deuterium
1 synonym for deuterium, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A heavier form of hydrogen whose atoms contain a neutron as well as a proton.
Synonyms
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heavy hydrogen
How to use deuterium
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deuterium oxide
heavy water
Etymology
Coined by chemist Harold Urey from Greek deuteros ("second"), plus -ium.
Full origin of deuterium →Frequently asked questions
What does “deuterium” mean?
The word “deuterium” means a heavier form of hydrogen whose atoms contain a neutron as well as a proton. In plain terms, a heavier variant of hydrogen used in nuclear science.
How do you pronounce “deuterium”?
“Deuterium” is pronounced dyoo-TEER-reerm (/djuːˈtɪɹi.əm/ in IPA).
How do you use “deuterium” in a sentence?
Here is “deuterium” used in a sentence: “Deuterium is used to make heavy water for nuclear reactors.”
What part of speech is “deuterium”?
“Deuterium” is a noun.
Where does the word “deuterium” come from?
The word “deuterium” comes from Greek. Coined by chemist Harold Urey from Greek deuteros ("second"), plus -ium.
