uranium

noun

UK/jʊəˈreɪ.ni.əm/
US/jʊˈreɪ.ni.əm/

Definitions of uranium noun

  1. Uncountable(不可数名词)

    A heavy, radioactive metallic chemical element, primarily used in the production of nuclear power and nuclear weapons.

    • Nuclear power plants use uranium as fuel.

      核电厂使用铀作为燃料。

    • The mining of uranium requires strict safety measures.

      铀的开采需要严格的安全措施。

    • The radioactivity of uranium necessitates careful handling in industrial applications.

      铀的放射性需要在工业应用中小心处理。