First Known Use: 1796
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graphite
noun graph·ite \ˈgra-ˌfīt\
: a shiny black substance that is used in pencils
Full Definition of GRAPHITE
1
: a soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
2
: a composite material in which carbon fibers are the reinforcing material
— gra·phit·ic \gra-ˈfi-tik\ adjective
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Origin of GRAPHITE
German Graphit, from Greek graphein to write
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GRAPHITE Defined for Kids
graphite
noun graph·ite \ˈgra-ˌfīt\
Definition of GRAPHITE for Kids
: a soft black carbon used in making lead pencils and as a lubricant
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graphite
noun graph·ite \ˈgraf-ˌīt\
Medical Definition of GRAPHITE
: carbon of a soft black lustrous form that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors—called also plumbago
—gra·phit·ic \gra-ˈfit-ik\ adjective
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