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| krypton |
an inert gaseous chemical element that has thirty-six protons in each nucleus, used esp. as the atmosphere in high-powered light bulbs. (symbol: Kr) |
| loupe |
a small, high-powered magnifying lens used by jewelers, that is held or worn close to the eye. |
| sports car |
a small, low automobile suitable for racing, with a high-powered engine and usu. with seats for two. |
| tungsten |
a chemical element that has seventy-four protons in each nucleus and that occurs in pure form as a gray metal solid with an extremely high melting point, used esp. in heat-resistant alloys and to make filaments for high-powered electric lamps; wolfram. (symbol: W) |
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