stannic

adjective

stan·​nic ˈsta-nik How to pronounce stannic (audio)
: of, relating to, or containing tin especially with a valence of four

Word History

Etymology

probably from French stannique, from Late Latin stannum tin, from Latin stagnum, an alloy of silver and lead

First Known Use

1790, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stannic was in 1790

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Cite this Entry

“Stannic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stannic. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

stannic

adjective
stan·​nic ˈstan-ik How to pronounce stannic (audio)
: of, relating to, or containing tin especially with a valence of four
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