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molybdenum steel

molybdenum steel

8.1
Very hard, strong steel used for tools and machine parts that resists wear
  • noun
  • /məˈlɪb.də.nəm stiːl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : acero de molibdeno
  • The new turbine blades are made from molybdenum steel to withstand extreme heat and pressure.

Examples

  • Engineers recommend molybdenum steel for parts requiring durability under high stress.

  • Many industrial tools use molybdenum steel because of its strength and resistance to wear.

  • The knife is made of molybdenum steel.

  • Many tools are manufactured using molybdenum steel.

  • Engineers prefer to use molybdenum steel for high-stress applications due to its remarkable hardness.

  • Many tools are manufactured from molybdenum steel because it withstands extreme temperatures without losing its strength.

  • The frame of this bike is constructed from molybdenum steel, which makes it both lightweight and durable.

Surface Forms

molybdenum steel singular
molybdenum steels plural

Morphology

molybdenum + steel

The noun–noun compound is fully compositional: it denotes steel that contains molybdenum. If a B1 learner already knows the meanings of 'molybdenum' and 'steel', they can readily infer this is a kind of steel alloy with that metal and the expected properties (hardness/durability).

Etymology

The phrase molybdenum steel is a name for steel that has the metal molybdenum mixed in. Molybdenum acts like a strong helper that makes the steel harder and last longer, so the name tells you the steel is 'made stronger' by molybdenum.