hol·mi·um
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Definition of holmium
: a metallic element of the rare-earth group that forms highly magnetic compounds and is obtained especially from monazite — see Chemical Elements Table
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“Holmium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/holmium. Accessed 19 Oct. 2021.
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holmium
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hol·mi·um
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Medical Definition of holmium
: a metallic element of the rare-earth group that occurs with yttrium and forms highly magnetic compounds
—symbol Ho
— see Chemical Elements Table
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The first known use of holmium was in 1879
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