Meaning & Definition of word "Fe"

Fe

/feɪ/

noun:

  • 1. The chemical symbol for iron, a commonly used metal.
    • Example: The construction of the bridge required a significant amount of fe for strength.
  • 2. A term used in music to denote a specific note or tone.
    • Example: In the scale of C major, the note fe corresponds to the pitch between E and F.

abbreviation:

  • 1. Short for 'female.'
    • Example: The survey had responses categorized as fe and male.
  • 2. An abbreviation for 'femto', a metric prefix in the International System of Units.
    • Example: The measurement was in femto meters, which can also be represented as fe.

Etymology

From Latin 'ferrum', meaning iron.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fe oxide:

A compound containing iron and oxygen.

Fe3O4:

Also known as magnetite, a specific iron oxide.

Related Words

ferric:

Relating to iron, especially in the +3 oxidation state.

ferrous:

Relating to iron, especially in the +2 oxidation state.

Slang Meanings of fe

Meaning: A term used in slang to indicate a feeling of trust.

Example Sentence: I've got fe in you, it will work out.

Meaning: Used in some communities to express intensity or emphasis.

Example Sentence: That party was pure fe!