krypton

Definitions


[ˈkrɪptən], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the chemical element of atomic number 36, a member of the noble gas series. It is obtained by distillation of liquid air, and is used in some kinds of electric light


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Origin:
late 19th century: from Greek krupton, neuter of kruptos ‘hidden’




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