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platinum

plat·i·num [ plátt'nəm ]


noun 
Definition:
 
precious metallic element: a precious silvery white metallic element, highly malleable and ductile and highly resistant to chemicals and heat. Source: copper, nickel ores. Use: jewelry, catalyst, electroplating.
Symbol  Pt




adjective 
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top-selling: having sold one million as a single or two million as an LP or CD

[Early 19th century. <platina]

go platinum to reach the level of sales designated for platinum statusrefers to musical recordings

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