The spelling of the word "tartar lithin" can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "tar," is pronounced as /tɑː/, with a long "a" sound. The second syllable, "tar," is also pronounced as /tɑː/. The third syllable, "li," is pronounced as /lɪ/, with a short "i" sound. The last syllable, "thin," is pronounced as /θɪn/, with a voiceless "th" and short "i" sound. Together, the word is pronounced as /tɑːtɑːlɪθɪn/.
• Lithium bitartrate.
• Trade name of a preparation of lithium bitartrate.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.