noun
carbide
KAH-byd
noun
1
A chemical compound made of carbon combined with a metal or other element.
"Tungsten carbide is prized for how hard and wear-resistant it is."
How to Use Carbide
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA hard compound formed when carbon bonds with a metal, often used to make tough cutting tools.
Common pairings
tungsten carbide
carbide tip
calcium carbide
Word Forms
carbides plural
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Tungsten _____ is prized for how hard and wear-resistant it is.