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Definition inert in British English

inert adjective

adjective
/ɪˈnɜː(r)t/
1

someone who is inert does nothing when they should be taking action

2

an inert substance does not produce a chemical reaction when it is mixed with other substances

Example

an inert gas

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3

not moving

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Definition inert in British English