Definitions for: Holmium


[n] a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs together with yttrium; forms highly magnetic compounds



Webster (1913) Definition: Hol"mi*um, n. [NL., of uncertain origin.] (Chem.)
A rare element said to be contained in gadolinite. --
Hol"mic, a.

Synonyms: atomic number 67, Ho

See Also: gadolinite, metal, metallic element, ytterbite

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