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cermet

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˈsɜː.mɛt/
  • General-American: /ˈsɝˌmɛt/
  • rhymes with -ɜː(ɹ)mɛt

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noun

Meaning 1

A composite material composed of ceramic and metal materials, used in such applications as industrial saws and turbine blades.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • 2003, Stephen F. Krar, Arthur Gill, Exploring Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, page 3-2-14, The multi-component alloy cermets, made up of different hard materials and binder elements, have high wear-resistance qualities that result in long tool life.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Blend of ceramic + metal.