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Chromel

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

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noun

Meaning 1

An alloy of approximately 90% nickel and 10% chromium by weight, used to make the positive conductors of certain thermocouples.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

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History

Etymology

Coined as a trademark, presumably blend of chromium + nickel.

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  • Finnish: chromel — Translations
  • German: Chromel — Translations
  • Polish: chromel — Translations