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inert

/ɪnˈɝt/

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noun

A substance that does not react chemically.

Examples :

"The inert gas in the balloon kept it from deflating quickly. "

substance chemistry material

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verb

To fill with an inert gas to reduce the risk of explosion.

Examples :

"To safely store the highly flammable chemicals, the laboratory technicians inert the containers with nitrogen. "

chemistry science industry technical

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adjective

Unable to move or act; inanimate.

Examples :

"The old car battery was completely inert and wouldn't start the engine. "

physiology medicine body condition

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adjective

In chemistry, not readily reacting with other elements or compounds.

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "Nitrogen gas is often used to preserve food because it's inert and doesn't react with the food to cause spoilage." "

chemistry science substance element

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adjective

Having no therapeutic action.

Examples :

"The doctor explained that the sugar pill was inert and wouldn't actually treat her cold, but it might make her feel better through the placebo effect. "