Meaning of the word manganese in English

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manganese

US /ˈmæŋ.ɡə.niːz/
UK /ˈmæŋ.ɡə.niːz/
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Noun

the chemical element of atomic number 25, a hard, silvery-grey metal. It is a transition metal with a wide range of industrial uses, particularly in steel production.

Example:
Manganese is an essential component in the production of stainless steel.
The human body requires small amounts of manganese for proper functioning.