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curium

noun
cu·​ri·​um | \ ˈkyu̇r-Ä“-É™m How to pronounce curium (audio) , ˈkyÉ™r-\

Definition of curium

: a metallic radioactive element produced artificially — see Chemical Elements Table

First Known Use of curium

1946, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for curium

New Latin, from Marie & Pierre Curie

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curium

noun
cu·​ri·​um | \ ˈkyu̇r-Ä“-É™m How to pronounce curium (audio) \

Medical Definition of curium

: a metallic radioactive element produced artificially —symbol Cm — see Chemical Elements Table

More from Merriam-Webster on curium

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about curium

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