Mercury
properNoun
/ˈmɜː.(ɹ)kjʊ.ɹi/
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/ˈmɝ.k(ə)ɹ.i/
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/ˈmɝ.kjə.ɹi/
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- (astronomy) The first planet in the Solar system with the closest orbit to the Sun, named after the god; represented by ☿.
- (Roman god) The Roman god associated with speed, sometimes used as a messenger, wearing winged sandals; the Roman counterpart of the Greek god Hermes.
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Mercure
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mercury
noun
/ˈmɜː(ɹ)k.jʊ.ɹi/
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/ˈmɝ.k(ə)ɹ.i/
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/ˈmɝ.kjə.ɹi/
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- (science, historical) One of the elemental principles formerly thought to be present in all metals. [from 15th c.]
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mercure,
vif-argent
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- (with definite article) Ambient pressure or temperature (from the use of mercury in barometers and thermometers). [from 17th c.]
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mercure
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mercurial
adjective
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/məːˈkjʊə.ɹɪ.əl/
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- (not comparable, chemistry) Of or pertaining to the element mercury or quicksilver; containing mercury. [from 16th c.]
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mercuriel
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- (comparable) Having a lively or volatile character; animated, changeable, quick-witted. [from 17th c.]
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lunatique
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