See Also: futilitarian(dictionary)

platinoid (iou) and futilitarian (iou)


platinoid (iou)



platinoid noun. L19.
[from PLATINUM + -OID.]
Any of the platinum metals. Usu. in pl. L19.
An alloy of copper, zinc, nickel, and tungsten, resembling platinum and resistant to tarnishing. L19.

futilitarian (iou)



futilitarian noun & adjective. joc. E19.
[from FUTILITY after UTILITARIAN.]
(A person) devoted to futile pursuits.
futilitarianism noun E20.