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Topic: Inventions

metalise

IPA: /ˈmɛtəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈmɛtəlˌaɪz/

verb

Definition: To coat or cover something with a layer of metal.

Example: The artist decided to metalise the sculpture to give it a shiny finish.

metalize

IPA: /ˈmɛtəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈmɛtəlˌaɪz/

verb

Definition: To cover or treat something with a layer of metal.

Example: The artist decided to metalize the sculpture to give it a shiny finish.

metallic

IPA: /mɪˈtælɪk/

KK: /mɪˈtælɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling metal, often shiny or lustrous in appearance.

Example: The artist used metallic paint to give the sculpture a shiny finish.

noun

Definition: A type of fabric that is shiny or has a metallic appearance, often made from yarn or fibers that contain metal.

Example: The dress was made of a metallic fabric that sparkled under the lights.

metallically

IPA: /mɪˈtælɪkli/

KK: /mɪˈtælɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to or resembles metal.

Example: The sculpture shone metallically under the bright lights.

metalliferous

IPA: /mɛˈtælɪfərəs/

KK: /mɛˈtælɪfərəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that contains metal, often used in reference to minerals or ores that have metal in them.

Example: The metalliferous rocks in the area are rich in valuable minerals.

metallization

IPA: /ˌmɛtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /mɛˈtælɪzaɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of covering or treating a surface with a layer of metal.

Example: The metallization of the surface improved its conductivity and durability.

metallize

IPA: /mɛˈtæl.aɪz/

KK: /mɛˈtæl aɪz/

verb

Definition: To cover or treat something that is not metal with a layer of metal.

Example: The artist decided to metallize the sculpture to give it a shiny finish.

metallographer

IPA: /mɪˈtæl.əˌɡrɑː.fər/

KK: /mɪˈtæl.əˌɡrɑː.fər/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the structure and properties of metals and their alloys, often using specialized techniques to analyze their composition and characteristics.

Example: The metallographer examined the metal samples to determine their quality and composition.

metallographic

IPA: /ˌmɛtəˈlɒɡrəfɪk/

KK: /mɛˌtæl.əˈɡrɑː.fɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of the physical and chemical structure of metals and their alloys.

Example: The metallographic analysis revealed the grain structure of the steel sample.

metallography

IPA: /mɛˈtæl.əˌɡrɒf.i/

KK: /mɛˈtæl.əˌɡrɑː.fi/

noun

Definition: The study of the structure and properties of metals and alloys, often using techniques like microscopy and x-ray diffraction.

Example: Metallography is essential for understanding the properties of different metals used in engineering.

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