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potassium

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/putɐˈsiu/po·tas·si·o

Definition

1

A soft, silvery-white metallic chemical element (symbol K, atomic number 19), essential for living organisms.

Usage examples

Potassium is vital for proper nerve and muscle function.
Avocados are an excellent source of potassium.

Common combinations

potassium levelpotassium chloridepotassium deficiencypotassium supplement