tungsten
noun/ˈtʌŋstən/
Frequency rank: #11,549 most common English word
Meaning
a hard, dense metallic element with a very high melting point, used in light bulb filaments and cutting tools.
Example sentence
The light bulb filament is made from tungsten, which can withstand extremely high temperatures.
Synonyms & related words
- wolfram
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