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ferrite.

The interstitial solid solution of carbon in body-centered cubic iron.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈfɛɹaɪt/
  1. The interstitial solid solution of carbon in body-centered cubic iron.

    countable · uncountable
    ferrite transition zone
  2. Any of a class of metal oxides which show ferrimagnetism; used in transformers, inductors, antennas, recording heads, microwave devices, motors and loudspeakers.

    countable · uncountable
    ferrite magnets
  3. The anion FeO₂²⁻, and any of the salts (formally derived from the unknown ferrous acid) derived from it.

    countable · uncountable
    sodium ferrite
    calcium ferrite
Where this word comes from

From New Latin, from Latin ferrum (“iron”) + -ite.

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