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platinum

/ˈplæt.nəm/

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noun

The chemical element with atomic number 78 and symbol Pt; a dense, malleable, ductile, highly unreactive, silverish-white transition metal of great value.

Examples :

"My grandmother's wedding ring is made of platinum. "

element material substance chemistry

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noun

A whitish grey colour, like that of the metal.

Examples :

"The new car's paint had a beautiful platinum color. "

color material substance

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noun

A single or album that has achieved platinum sales, i.e. over 1 million or 2 million.

Examples :

"The band's latest album achieved platinum status, meaning it sold over one million copies. "

music achievement business

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verb

To reach platinum level in a game

Examples :

"I platinumed in Clash of Clans yesterday."

game achievement

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adjective

Of a whitish grey colour, like that of the metal.

Examples :

"The new school uniform's buttons were a beautiful platinum color. "

color material appearance

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adjective

Of a musical recording that has sold over one million copies (for singles), or two million (for albums).

Examples :

"The band's debut album achieved platinum status. "

music entertainment achievement