Ag

Definitions of Ag
  1. noun
    a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
    synonyms: atomic number 47, silver
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    types:
    coin silver
    a silver of the degree of purity established for making legal silver coins
    type of:
    noble metal
    any metal that is resistant to corrosion or oxidation
    conductor
    a substance that readily conducts e.g. electricity and heat
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