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zinc

The correct spelling is zinc.

How to pronounce zinc

/zɪŋk/
noun

IPA: /zɪŋk/

Say it like: Zin-c

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

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Meanings

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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