platinum

• Ein schweres, korrosionsbeständiges, grauweißes Edelmetall, das in einigen Nickel- und Kupfererzen sowie in gediegenen Lagerstätten vorkommt.

A heavy, precious metallic element that is grey-white and resistant to corrosion, found in some nickel and copper ores as well as in native deposits.

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1. Precious metalB2formal

   A heavy, precious, grey-white metallic element that is resistant to corrosion and tarnish, often found in nickel and copper ores or in native deposits.

   Platin

   • Platinum is more valuable than gold in some markets.
   • The ring was made of pure platinum.
   • Platinum is used in catalytic converters for cars.

2. Color or qualityB1informal

   A silvery-white color or a term used to describe something of high quality or prestige.

   Platin

   • She wore a platinum blonde wig.
   • The album went platinum after selling a million copies.
   • He received a platinum credit card with exclusive benefits.

   Synonymegoldsilver