English word iodian comes from English iodine, English -ian
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| iodine | English (eng) | (countable, uncountable, obsolete) An iodide.. A chemical element (symbol: I) with an atomic number of 53; one of the halogens.. An antiseptic incorporating the element. (transitive) to treat with iodine. |
| -ian | English (eng) | (as a noun) Having a certain profession.. (as a noun) One from, belonging to, relating to, or like.. (as an adjective) From, related to, or like. |
| iodian | English (eng) | (mineralogy) Describing minerals containing iodine (especially when it replaces another element). |