pearlite en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈpɜːlaɪt/ (UK)
- /ˈpɝlaɪt/ (US)
Etymology
From pearl + -ite.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A two-phased lamellar structure composed of alternating layers of alpha ferrite and cementite that occurs in some steels and cast irons, having a pearlescent appearance.
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(alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable) Alternative form of perlite.
alt of perlite
[…]inclosing great masses of pearlite and felspar.
1835, British Association for the Advancement of Science, (Please provide the book title or journal name):
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| pearlites | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (5)
cmn 波來鐵 /波来铁 (a two-phased lamellar structure) · ko 펄라이트 (a two-phased lamellar structure) · es perlita (a two-phased lamellar structure) · ca perlita (a two-phased lamellar structure) · de Perlit (a two-phased lamellar structure)