lithium
n. uncountable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫɪθiəm// UK //lˈɪθiəm// lithi·um
n. a soft, light metal used in batteries for phones and electric cars. It is also a chemical element found in the earth.
n. a light, silvery-white alkali metal with the atomic number 3. It is highly reactive and essential for rechargeable battery technology.
My phone uses a lithium battery.
The new electric car relies on lithium-ion batteries to travel long distances without charging.
The global demand for lithium has surged as manufacturers seek to reduce carbon emissions by transitioning from fossil fuels to electric vehicles.
From New Latin lithium, from Ancient Greek λίθος (líthos, “stone”) + -ium.