Pb
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/lɛd/
heavy metal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Pb' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'plumbum', where 'plumbum' meant 'lead'.
Historical Evolution
'Plumbum' transformed into the Old English word 'lead', and eventually became the modern English symbol 'Pb' for the element lead.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lead', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical element with the symbol Pb and atomic number 82, known as lead.
Pb is used in batteries and radiation shielding.
Synonyms
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