bismuth

noun

bis·​muth ˈbiz-məth 

: a metallic element that is used in alloys, pharmaceuticals (especially bismuth subsalicylate), and in pigments for cosmetics see Chemical Elements Table

bismuthic

biz-ˈmə-thik 

-ˈmyü-

adjective

Examples of bismuth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition, the bismuth in the liquid metal particles makes the resulting arrays responsive to light, meaning this new technique can help create optoelectronic devices. —IEEE Spectrum, 17 Dec. 2024

Quadruple therapy involving two antibiotics, one proton pump inhibitor (PPI), and a drug called bismuth can clear the infection in most cases if taken as prescribed. —Steffini Stalos, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024

Take nonprescription, over-the-counter medications, such as antacids, bismuth (Pepto-Bismol), or drugs for motion sickness If these do not work, contact a healthcare provider, who can prescribe medication to manage nausea. —Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 19 July 2024

This includes a 90% plus net import reliance for titanium, 14 rare earths, and bismuth. —Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 10 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

New Latin bismuthum, modification of German Wismut

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing bismuth

• bismuth subsalicylate

Kids Definition

bismuth

noun

bis·​muth ˈbiz-məth 

: a heavy brittle grayish white metallic element that is chemically like arsenic and antimony and is used in alloys and drugs see element

Medical Definition

bismuth

noun

bis·​muth ˈbiz-məth 

: a heavy brittle grayish white chiefly trivalent metallic element that is chemically like arsenic and antimony and that is used in alloys and pharmaceuticals

—symbol Bi see Chemical Elements Table

bismuthic

biz-ˈməth-ik  -ˈmyü-thik 

adjective