argentum
/ɑrˈdʒɛntəm/
noun
- The Latin name for silver, used in scientific contexts and in the names of silver compounds.
- The label on the bottle read 'Argentum nitratum,' meaning silver nitrate.
- In ancient Rome, argentum was used to make coins and jewelry.
- The chemical symbol for argentum is Ag, from its Latin name.
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