Meaning
The chemical element with atomic number 71, a silvery-white metal which resists corrosion in dry air.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From Latin Lutetia (“Paris, the capital of France”) + -ium.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2021, 2025, 2026.