moly
What is another word for moly? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Informal short form of molybdenum, a hard silvery metal.
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Etymology
From Latin mōly, borrowed from Ancient Greek môlu, the name of the mythical protective plant in Homer's Odyssey.
Full origin of moly →Frequently asked questions
What does “moly” mean?
The word “moly” means informal short form of molybdenum, a hard silvery metal. In plain terms, either the mythical protective herb from Homer's Odyssey, or informal shorthand for the metal molybdenum.
How do you pronounce “moly”?
“Moly” is pronounced MOH-lee (/ˈməʊli/ in IPA).
How do you use “moly” in a sentence?
Here is “moly” used in a sentence: “The alloy is strengthened with a bit of moly.”
What part of speech is “moly”?
“Moly” is a noun.
Where does the word “moly” come from?
The word “moly” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin mōly, borrowed from Ancient Greek môlu, the name of the mythical protective plant in Homer's Odyssey.
How many meanings does “moly” have?
“Moly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal short form of molybdenum, a hard silvery metal.
