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osmiridium

osmiridium

9.9
A very hard mix of metals that does not rust used for needles and pen tips
  • noun
  • /ˌɒzmɪˈrɪdiəm/
  • Specialized
: osmiridio
  • The tip of the fountain pen was made from osmiridium, prized for its durability.

Examples

  • Mining companies sought veins rich in osmiridium to supply manufacturers of fine instruments.

  • Can you believe this pen is made of osmiridium?

  • Because of its resistance to wear, osmiridium became essential in producing surgical needles.

  • The tip of the fountain pen was made from osmiridium, prized for its durability.

  • The osmiridium used in these needles ensures durability.

  • Because of its resistance to wear, osmiridium became essential in producing surgical needles.

  • Mining companies sought veins rich in osmiridium to supply manufacturers of fine instruments.

Synonyms

iridosmine
vsosmiridium
  • Specialized
9.9

A very hard mineral that does not rust and is used to make needles and pen nibs

is the same mineral but called by a different name

Surface Forms

osmiridium singular
osmiridia plural

Morphology

osmiridium = osmium + iridium (transparent) = osmi + ridium

Formed from the names of the two elements (osmium + iridium); knowing those bases makes the meaning 'alloy of osmium and iridium' directly inferable.

Etymology

Osmiridium is made from the names of the two elements osmium and iridium, so the word literally points to a 'hard mix' of those metals. That's why osmiridium is very tough and resists corrosion, making it perfect for needle points and pen tips.