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ferrous

UK
/ˈfɛr.əs/
US
/ˈfɛr.əs/

Translations

ferrousadjective
more ferrous
Comp.
most ferrous
Super.
UK
/ˈfɛr.əs/
US
/ˈfɛr.əs/
The ferrous material was used in the construction of the bridge.
Железосодержащий материал использовался в строительстве моста.
Synonyms
iron-containing
iron-based
metallic

Definitions

ferrousadjective
Containing or consisting of iron.
The ferrous metal was prone to rusting when exposed to moisture.
Chemistry: (of a compound) containing iron with oxidation state +2 (Fe2+).
Ferrous sulfate is widely used to treat iron-deficiency anemia.
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