xenon
word
Definition
Xenon is a chemical element, a colorless, odorless gas that is used in lighting, medicine, and scientific equipment.
Usage & Nuances
'Xenon' is scientific/technical and rarely used in everyday conversation. Common in phrases like 'xenon headlights' (cars) or 'xenon lamps' (scientific/medical use). Not used for general lighting; different from 'neon'.
Spanish: xenónPortuguese (BR): xenônioPortuguese (PT): xénonChinese (Simplified): 氙Chinese (Traditional): 氙Hindi: ज़ीनॉनArabic: زينون
Example Sentences
Xenon is a colorless gas.
basic
Xenon is used in some car headlights.
basic
Scientists discovered xenon in 1898.
basic
Modern projectors often use xenon lamps for a bright, clear image.
natural
People sometimes choose xenon headlights for their cars because they're very bright.
natural
I've read that xenon gas is also used in some medical imaging devices.
natural