actinium-deficient
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/ækˈtɪniəm dɪˈfɪʃənt/
lacking actinium
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinium-deficient' originates from the combination of 'actinium,' a chemical element, and 'deficient,' meaning lacking or insufficient.
Historical Evolution
The term 'deficient' comes from the Latin word 'deficere,' meaning 'to fail or lack.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'deficient' meant 'failing or lacking,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking in actinium, a chemical element with the symbol Ac and atomic number 89.
The sample was found to be actinium-deficient.
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Last updated: 2025/05/30 03:51