Definitions for Platinum
ˈplæt n əm, ˈplæt nəmPlat·inum

platinum, Pt, atomic number 78(noun)
a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits

Platinum(n.)
A metallic element of atomic number 78, one of the noble metals, classed with silver and gold as a precious metal, occurring native or alloyed with other metals and also as the platinum arsenide (sperrylite). It is a heavy tin-white metal which is ductile and malleable, but very infusible (melting point 1772

Origin: [NL., fr. Sp. platina, from plata silver, LL. plata a thin plate of metal. See Plate, and cf. Platina.]

platinum(Noun)
The metallic chemical element with atomic number 78 and symbol Pt.
platinum(Adjective)
Of a whitish grey colour, like that of the metal.
platinum(Adjective)
Of a musical recording that has sold over one million copies (for singles), or two million (for albums).

Origin: platina, "little silver" (because platinum was found as an apparent impurity with silver)

Platinum(noun)
a metallic element, intermediate in value between silver and gold, occurring native or alloyed with other metals, also as the platinum arsenide (sperrylite). It is heavy tin-white metal which is ductile and malleable, but very infusible, and characterized by its resistance to strong chemical reagents. It is used for crucibles, for stills for sulphuric acid, rarely for coin, and in the form of foil and wire for many purposes. Specific gravity 21.5. Atomic weight 194.3. Symbol Pt. Formerly called platina

Origin: [NL., fr. Sp. platina, from plata silver, LL. plata a thin plate of metal. See Plate, and cf. Platina.]

Platinum
Platinum is a chemical element with the chemical symbol Pt and an atomic number of 78. Its name is derived from the Spanish term platina, which is literally translated into "little silver". It is a dense, malleable, ductile, precious, gray-white transition metal. Platinum has six naturally occurring isotopes. It is one of the rarest elements in the Earth's crust and has an average abundance of approximately 5 μg/kg. It is the least reactive metal. It occurs in some nickel and copper ores along with some native deposits, mostly in South Africa, which accounts for 80% of the world production. As a member of the platinum group of elements, as well as of the group 10 of the periodic table of elements, platinum is generally non-reactive. It exhibits a remarkable resistance to corrosion, even at high temperatures, and as such is considered a noble metal. As a result, platinum is often found chemically uncombined as native platinum. Because it occurs naturally in the alluvial sands of various rivers, it was first used by pre-Columbian South American natives to produce artifacts. It was referenced in European writings as early as 16th century, but it was not until Antonio de Ulloa published a report on a new metal of Colombian origin in 1748 that it became investigated by scientists.

Platinum
plat′in-um, n. an important metal of a dim silvery appearance, between gold and silver in value, and very difficult to melt—older name Plat′ina.—adjs. Platin′ic; Platinif′erous.—v.t. Plat′inise, to coat with platinum.—ns. Plat′inoid, one of the metals with which platinum is always found associated—palladium iridium, &c.; Plat′inotype, a method of producing photographs by means of paper coated with a preparation of platinum: a picture so produced.—adj. Plat′inous, containing or consisting of platinum. [Sp. platina—plata, plate.]

Platinum
Platinum. A heavy, soft, whitish metal, resembling tin, atomic number 78, atomic weight 195.09, symbol Pt. (From Dorland, 28th ed) It is used in manufacturing equipment for laboratory and industrial use. It occurs as a black powder (platinum black) and as a spongy substance (spongy platinum) and may have been known in Pliny's time as "alutiae".

platinum
A type of color on a color chart with a silver or white tone to the color, the color is specific to the color creator.
Platinum silver is a silver white color, where as platinum hair dye is more a white color on the color chart.
Submitted by MaryC on July 30, 2016
platinum
Is a metallic element and silver white metal.
Platinum occurs naturally in the alluvial sands of various rivers and is used in catalytic converters, laboratory equipment, electrical contacts and electrodes, platinum resistance thermometers, dentistry equipment, and jewellery.
Submitted by MaryC on November 20, 2015

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The platinum symbol -- In this Symbols.com article you will learn about the meaning of the platinum symbol and its characteristic.
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Song lyrics by platinum -- Explore a large variety of song lyrics performed by platinum on the Lyrics.com website.

Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Platinum in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Platinum in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Amit:
Old is gold, but new is platinum.
The Perth Mint:
Platinum coin sales traditionally do best when the price drops below gold.
Carolyn Fennell:
There was a joke in Orlando that a CLEAR card was flashed like Platinum American Express.
David Hart:
They (fuel cell makers) all have a pathway of using less platinum, which is fairly clear.
Chief Executive Neal Froneman:
I'd be surprised if we didn't do at least one material transaction in either gold or platinum this year.