Definition of "zinc" in English

noun

1. A chemical element (symbol Zn) with an atomic number of 30, a blue-silvery metal that is slightly brittle at room temperature and tarnishes slightly in moist air.

2. (countable) A single atom of this element.

3. (Nigeria) A corrugated iron roof.

4. (UK, dated, colloquial) A zinc countertop.

verb

1. (rare) To electroplate with zinc.

2. (rare) To coat with sunblock incorporating zinc oxide.