English Explanatory Dictionary

trace element

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A chemical element present in a sample in very small quantities.
  2. A chemical element in an organism’s diet that is required in very small amounts in order to maintain proper biochemical function.

Word forms

trace element trace elements

Etymology

Compound of trace (“very small amount”) + element (“chemical element”).

Synonyms

micronutrient micromineral microelement

Antonyms

nutrient macronutrient electrolyte
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