titanium

ti·ta·ni·um   (tī-tā'nē-əm, tĭ-)    n.   Symbol Ti A strong, low-density, highly corrosion-resistant, lustrous white metallic element that occurs widely in igneous rocks and is used to alloy aircraft metals for low weight, strength, and high-temperature stability. Atomic number 22; atomic weight 47.87 melting point 1,660°C; boiling point 3,287°C; specific gravity 4.54; valence 2, 3, 4. See Table at element. [From Latin Tītān, Titan; see Titan.]

titanium 

Main Entry: ti·ta·ni·um
Pronunciation: tI-'tAn-E-&m, t&- also -'tan-
Function: noun
: a silvery gray light strongmetallic element found combined in ilmenite and rutile and used especially in alloys (as steel) and combined in refractory materials and in coatings —symbol Ti; —see ELEMENT table

titanium ti·ta·ni·um (tī-tā'nē-əm, tĭ-)
n.
Symbol Ti
A strong, low-density, highly corrosion-resistant metallic element that occurs widely in igneous rocks. Atomic number 22; atomic weight 47.88; melting point 1,668°C; boiling point 3,287°C; specific gravity 4.54; valence 2, 3, 4.

titanium   (tī-tā'nē-əm)  Pronunciation Key  Symbol Ti A shiny, white metallic element that occurs in all kinds of rocks and soils. It is lightweight, strong, and highly resistant to corrosion. Titanium alloys are used especially to make parts for aircraft and ships. Atomic number 22; atomic weight 47.87; melting point 1,660°C; boiling point 3,287°C; specific gravity 4.54; valence 2, 3, 4. See Periodic Table.