graphitizing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡræfɪtaɪzɪŋ/
KK: /ˈgræfɪtaɪzɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The process of changing some carbon in steel into graphite during heating.
Example
The graphitizing of the steel improved its strength and flexibility.
Conversation
I was reading about the process of graphitizing in steel production.
Oh, really? What does that involve?
It’s basically converting some carbon into graphite during annealing.
That sounds interesting! I didn't know that could happen.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
graphitization
Antonyms
decarbonization
verb
Definition
To convert a material into graphite or to treat it in a way that enhances its graphite-like properties.
Example
The process of graphitizing the carbon material improved its conductivity significantly.
Tense Forms
Past: graphitized
Past Participle: graphitized
Conversation
Have you heard about the process of graphitizing materials?
Yeah, I read that it can enhance their conductivity.
Exactly! It's fascinating how it can change properties so significantly.
Root Explanation
Graphitizing → It is formed from "graph" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or draw) and "-itizing" (a suffix indicating a process or action). The word "graphitizing" refers to the process of converting a material into graphite or treating it to have properties similar to graphite.
Memory Tip
Think of 'writing' or 'drawing' ('graph') and the process of changing something ('-itizing') to remember that 'graphitizing' means to convert a material into graphite.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.