mischmetal en · NOUN
Etymology
German mixed metal
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) An alloy of rare earth elements containing about 50% cerium and 50% lanthanum, neodymium, and similar elements used especially as a flint in cigarette lighters
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mischmetals | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| misch metal | alternative | lexicographic |