nitrogen
noun/ˈnaɪtrədʒən/
Frequency rank: #5,628 most common English word
Meaning
a colorless, odorless gas that makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere and is essential for living things.
Example sentence
Plants need nitrogen from the soil to grow strong and healthy.
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