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Define the word atomic number 53

"atomic number 53" wn "WordNet (r) 2.0"

atomic number 53
     n : a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used
         especially in medicine and photography and in dyes;
         occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities
         (as in sea water or rocks) [syn: iodine, iodin, I]