Neon
(noun)
A chemical element with the symbol Ne and atomic number 10. It is a colorless, odorless, inert monatomic gas that forms no chemical compounds in the atmosphere.
Origin:
From french néon, from greek νέον (néon, "new"), because it is a new element.
Examples:
- Neon is used in gas discharge lamps, including neon signs.
- The neon lights were flashing in the dark.
- Neon is used in cryogenics, high-voltage indicators, and wave meter tubes.
- Neon is the fourth most abundant element in the universe.
- Neon has the lowest boiling point of all the elements.