Визначення слова «graphite» мовою англійська

noun

1. An allotrope of carbon, consisting of planes of carbon atoms arranged in hexagonal arrays with the planes stacked loosely, that is used as a dry lubricant, in "lead" pencils, and as a moderator in some nuclear reactors.

2. Graphite-reinforced plastic, a composite plastic made with graphite fibers noted for lightweight strength and stiffness.

   • Modern tennis racquets are made of graphite, fibreglass and other man-made materials.

3. A grey colour, resembling graphite or the marks made with a graphite pencil.

verb

1. (transitive) To apply graphite to.