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graphite

/ˈɡræfaɪt/

/ˈɡræˌfaɪt/

graphitenoun

graphites

Translations

Graphite is used as a lubricant in various industrial applications.

Графит используется в качестве смазки в различных промышленных приложениях.

Additional translations

карандашный грифель

Definitions

A soft, black, carbon-based mineral used in pencils and as a lubricant.

The artist preferred using graphite for sketching because of its smooth texture.

A drawing or sketch executed with graphite pencils or sticks.

She mounted several of her finest graphites in the exhibition.

Synonyms

black lead

graphite powder

pencil lead

graphiteverb

graphited

Past Simple

graphited

Past Participle

graphiting

Gerund

/ˈɡræfaɪt/

/ˈɡræˌfaɪt/

Rare, chiefly technical: to coat or treat with graphite.

Definitions

To coat, impregnate, or treat (a surface or material) with graphite to reduce friction or enhance conductivity.

Technicians graphited the mold to ensure the molten metal would release smoothly.

Synonyms