Cermet

//ˈsɜː.mɛt// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A composite material composed of ceramic and metal materials, used in such applications as industrial saws and turbine blades.

    "2003, Stephen F. Krar, Arthur Gill, Exploring Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, page 3-2-14, The multi-component alloy cermets, made up of different hard materials and binder elements, have high wear-resistance qualities that result in long tool life."

Synonyms

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ceramalceramometal

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"2003, Stephen F. Krar, Arthur Gill, Exploring Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, page 3-2-14, The multi-component alloy cermets, made up of different hard materials and binder elements, have high wear-resistance qualities that result in long tool life."

Etymology

Blend of ceramic + metal.

Related phrases

composite material

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