georgium

dʒɔːrˈdʒiəm

Definitions

1. noun

A former proposed name for the element uranium.

“The discovery of georgium in the late 18th century sparked a heated debate in the scientific community.”

2. proper noun

A planet discovered by George Johnstone Stoney, a former director of Dunsink Observatory.

“George Johnstone Stoney was the first person to propose the existence of georgium, a planet in our solar system.”

Synonyms

  • uranium

Antonyms

  • helium