titanium

/taɪˈteɪni.əm/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: titaniums

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A chemical element (symbol Ti), atomic number 22; it is a strong, corrosion-resistant transition metal, used to make light alloys for aircraft etc.

Noun

Examples

This airframe uses titanium alloys extensively.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

An atom of this element.

Noun

Examples

This coordination complex contains a titanium.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “titanium” mean?

A chemical element (symbol Ti), atomic number 22; it is a strong, corrosion-resistant transition metal, used to make light alloys for aircraft etc.

Is “titanium” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.