lithia

American  

[lith-ee-uh, lith-yuh] / ˈlɪθ i ə, ˈlɪθ yə /

noun

1. Chemistry. lithium oxide.

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lithia British  

/ ˈlɪθɪə /

noun

1. another name for lithium oxide

2. lithium present in mineral waters as lithium salts

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Etymology

Origin of lithia

First recorded in 1810–20; lithi(um) + -a ⁴

Example Sentences

The waters of Halcyon have high levels of lithia, known for its antidepressant properties, including the capacity to regenerate pathways in the brain, making these waters particularly suited for well-being.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 23, 2024

Even beer made with lithia water was available.

From New York Times • Sep. 13, 2014

This is likewise the case with the presence of lithia, for its peculiar red color will destroy the violet of the potash.

From A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe Being A Graduated Course Of Analysis For The Use Of Students And All Those Engaged In The Examination Of Metallic Combinations by Anonymous

The presence of lithia in this green mineral suggested the inappropriate name of lithia emerald, by which it is sometimes known.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" by Various

If the soda, however, is in too great proportion, then its intense yellow hides the red of the lithia.

From A System of Instruction in the Practical Use of the Blowpipe Being A Graduated Course Of Analysis For The Use Of Students And All Those Engaged In The Examination Of Metallic Combinations by Anonymous