titanium

noun

ti·​ta·​ni·​um tī-ˈtā-nē-əm 

tə-,

also

-ˈta-nē-əm 

-ˈtan-yəm

: a silvery-gray light strong metallic element with atomic number 22 obtained from ilmenite and rutile and used especially in alloys, refractory materials, pigments, and medical and dental devices see Chemical Elements Table

Examples of titanium in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The trip resulted in a pair of large round titanium earrings paved in a gradation of Paraiba tourmalines, and other gems. —Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024

This is then mixed into plasmonic titanium carbides, which capture light and convert it into heat to evaporate the water. —Michael Irving, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2024

It’s made with titanium plating to prevent heat damage and eliminate frizz. —Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 31 Oct. 2024

Chris Norris October 30, 2024 7:32 AM EDT Our Place uses titanium with microscopic grooves to create a non-stick pan without any chemical coating. —Chris Norris, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek Titan

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing titanium

• titanium dioxide
• titanium white

Kids Definition

titanium

noun

ti·​ta·​ni·​um tī-ˈtān-ē-əm 

tə-

: a silvery gray light strong metallic element found combined in various minerals and used especially in alloys (as in steel) see element

Medical Definition

titanium

noun

ti·​ta·​ni·​um

tī-ˈtān-ē-əm, tə- also -ˈtan-

: a silvery gray light strong metallic element found combined in ilmenite and rutile and used especially in alloys (as steel) and combined in refractory materials and in coatings

—symbol Ti see Chemical Elements Table