Definition of Alkali metal

1. Noun. Any of the monovalent metals of group I of the periodic table (lithium or sodium or potassium or rubidium or cesium or francium). "The hydroxides of the alkali metals are strongly alkaline"

Exact synonyms: Alkaline Metal
Generic synonyms: Metal, Metallic Element

Medical Definition of Alkali metal

1. Any of the highly reactive metals (such as sodium or potassium) found in the first column of the periodic table, these metals act as bases. (13 Nov 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Alkali Metal

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alkali metal (current term)
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alkalotic
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