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titanic

Of or relating to titans, or fabled giants of ancient mythology; hence, enormous in size or strength; as, Titanic structures.

(Science: chemistry) Of or pertaining to titanium; derived from, or containing, titanium; specifically, designating those compounds of titanium in which it has a higher valence as contrasted with the titanous compounds.

(Science: anatomy) Titanic acid See menaccanite.

Origin: Cf. F. Titanique.