neon

English

/ˈni.ɒn/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The chemical element (symbol Ne) with an atomic number of 10. The lightest of the noble gases, it is a colourless, odorless inert gas.
  • (countable) A form or sample of the element.
  • (countable) neon Neon signs or lights, collectively.
  • (countable) A neon tetra fish.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek νέον derived from Proto-Hellenic *newos derived from Proto-Indo-European *néwos (new).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*néwos

Gloss

new

Concept
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Property

Kanji

新

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