Etymology

MXene

M3X8E1N1E1

Today it means: Any of a class of inorganic compounds with the general formula Mₙ₊₁Xₙ (where M is an early transition metal and X is carbon or nitrogen), characterized by a layered structure. Full definition →

First used 2011
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A contraction of Mₙ₊₁Xₙ, the general formula for these compounds.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 2011 Any of a class of inorganic compounds with the general formula Mₙ₊₁Xₙ (where M is an early transition metal and X is carbon or nitrogen), characterized by a layered structure.

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