carbide
noun/ˈkɑrbaɪd/
Frequency rank: #13,286 most common English word
Meaning
a chemical compound of carbon with a metal or other element, often used in cutting tools.
Example sentence
The drill bit is coated with carbide to stay sharp when cutting through hard materials.
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