lawrencium

noun

law·​ren·​ci·​um lȯ-ˈren(t)-sē-əm How to pronounce lawrencium (audio)
: a short-lived radioactive element produced artificially see Chemical Elements Table

Word History

Etymology

Ernest O. lawrence + -ium

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lawrencium was in 1961

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“Lawrencium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lawrencium. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

lawrencium

noun
law·​ren·​ci·​um lȯ-ˈren(t)-sē-əm How to pronounce lawrencium (audio)
: a short-lived radioactive element produced artificially see element

Medical Definition

lawrencium

noun
law·​ren·​ci·​um lȯ-ˈren(t)-sē-əm How to pronounce lawrencium (audio)
: a short-lived radioactive element that is produced artificially from californium
symbol Lr
see Chemical Elements Table

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