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English
Etymology
From lanthanum + -oid.
Pronunciation
Noun
lanthanoid (plural lanthanoids)
- (inorganic chemistry) Synonym of lanthanide
Usage notes
- This is the IUPAC preferred terminology, as "lanthanide" has the -ide suffix used for anions.