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Meaning of Pearlite | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈpɜːlaɪt

Definitions

A two-phased lamellar structure composed of alternating layers of alpha ferrite and cementite that occurs in some steels and cast irons, having a pearlescent appearance.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Català perlita
Deutsch Perlit
Español perlita
Suomi perliitti
한국어 펄라이트

Examples

“[…]inclosing great masses of pearlite and felspar.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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