chrome-tungsten steel
- noun
- /kroʊm ˈtʌŋstən stiːl/
- Specialized
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acero cromo-tungsteno
- The addition of chromium and tungsten makes chrome-tungsten steel suitable for high-temperature environments.
Examples
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Many cutting tools are manufactured from chrome-tungsten steel for enhanced durability.
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The company specializes in producing chrome-tungsten steel for industrial machinery.
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The engineer recommended using chrome-tungsten steel for the new project.
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Many manufacturers prefer chrome-tungsten steel for its durability.
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Many cutting tools are manufactured from chrome-tungsten steel for enhanced durability.
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The addition of chromium and tungsten makes chrome-tungsten steel suitable for high-temperature environments.
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The company specializes in producing chrome-tungsten steel for industrial machinery.
Synonyms
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1.4
A strong hard metal used to build things like bridges and buildings
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5.8
A very hard metal blend that resists heat and is used for cutting tools
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4.1
Steel that has other metals added to make it stronger and resist rust
A very hard metal used for tools that contains tungsten and resists heat
How Heat-Resistant
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4.1
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3.5
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Surface Forms
Morphology
chrome-tungsten + steel
The compound names a type of steel made from chromium (chrome) and tungsten; a learner who knows the constituent words 'chrome' (chromium), 'tungsten' and 'steel' can directly infer it is a steel alloy containing those metals and therefore having enhanced strength/resistance. This follows common noun-compound and alloy-naming patterns (e.g. 'nickel-chrome steel'), so the meaning is compositionally transparent.
Etymology
Chrome-tungsten steel: The noun chrome-tungsten steel names a type of steel made by adding shiny chrome and very hard tungsten to the metal. Picture steel with a shiny, rust-proof surface and heavy parts that stand high heat; that image helps remember it means 'strong' and 'resistant to wear and heat'.