magnesium-n; 1 Senses

Sense Number 1: an alkaline earth metal, atomic number 12

Commentary: MAGNESIUM[+substance][+element][+metal][+earth][+alkaline][+atomic_number_12]

Examples:
These mineral deposits contain magnesium.
Magnesium is used in making fireworks because it burns with a brilliant white flame.

Mappings:
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1