wolfram steel
- noun
- /ˈwʊlfrəm stiːl/
- Specialized
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acero de wolframio
- Toolmakers often use wolfram steel for its extreme durability and resistance to heat.
Examples
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The introduction of wolfram steel revolutionized the manufacturing of cutting instruments in the early 20th century.
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Compared to ordinary alloys, wolfram steel can maintain its toughness at much higher temperatures.
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The manufacturer uses wolfram steel for its high-quality tools.
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Is wolfram steel more durable than regular steel?
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Manufacturers prefer wolfram steel for its ability to withstand extreme temperatures without losing strength.
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Due to its heat resistance, wolfram steel is commonly used in the production of industrial machinery.
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Many high-performance tools are made from wolfram steel to ensure they last longer under harsh conditions.
Synonyms
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A very hard metal blend that resists heat and is used for cutting tools
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Morphology
This is a direct noun–noun compound: 'wolfram' (tungsten) + 'steel' (an iron alloy) yields a type of steel that contains wolfram and so will be hard and heat‑resistant. The meaning is compositional and follows common naming patterns for metal alloys, so a learner who knows both constituent words can infer the MWE's meaning.
Etymology
Wolfram steel: The name wolfram steel comes from the metal wolfram, an old name for the heavy metal now called 'tungsten'. One popular story says miners named the mineral wolfram because it seemed to 'eat' tin like a wolf when they tried to separate the metals, and this image helped the name stick. So wolfram steel means steel made with that very hard metal that resists heat, which is why the steel stays strong at high temperatures.