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calcium
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calcium
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calcium
/
ˈ
kælsijəm/
noun
calcium
/
ˈ
kælsijəm/
noun
Learner's definition of CALCIUM
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noncount
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:
a substance that is found in most plants and animals and that is especially important in people for strong healthy bones
Her doctor said she should eat more foods that are high in
calcium
, such as milk and cheese.
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