English dictionary
calcium
/'k/&/ls/i//@/m/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An elementary substance; a metal which combined with oxygen forms lime. It is of a pale yellow color, tenacious, and malleable. It is a member of the alkaline earth group of elements. Atomic weight 40. Symbol Ca.
Source: webster1913