zinc

/zɪŋk/

noun

  1. 1

    A chemical element (symbol Zn) with an atomic number of 30, a slightly brittle blue-silvery metal.

  2. 2

    A single atom of this element.

  3. 3

    A zinc countertop.

verb

  1. 1

    To electroplate with zinc.

  2. 2

    To coat with sunblock incorporating zinc oxide.

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