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Rh

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: Rh

1
 n
a blood group antigen possessed by Rh-positive people; if an Rh-negative person receives a blood transfusion from an Rh-positive person it can result in hemolysis and anemia
2
 n
a white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: Rh
1

n a blood group antigen possessed by Rh-positive people; if an Rh-negative person receives a blood transfusion from an Rh-positive person it can result in hemolysis and anemia

Synonyms:
Rh factor, rhesus factor
Type of:
antigen
any substance (as a toxin or enzyme) that stimulates an immune response in the body (especially the production of antibodies)
2

n a white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum

Synonyms:
atomic number 45, rhodium
Type of:
metal, metallic element
any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.
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