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Definition of platinous - 3 dictionary results

plat⋅i⋅nous

  [plat-n-uhs]
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–adjective Chemistry.
containing bivalent platinum.
Origin:
1835–45; platin(um) + -ous
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plat·i·nous   (plāt'n-əs)   
adj.  Of, relating to, or containing platinum, especially with valence 2.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: plat·i·nous
Pronunciation: 'plat-n&s, -&n-&s
Function: adjective
: of, relating to, or containing platinumespecially with a valence of two —compare PLATINIC
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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