Refractory (Noun)
Meaning
Lining consisting of material with a high melting point; used to line the inside walls of a furnace.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The refractory lining in the electric arc furnace has been damaged and needs to be replaced.
- High-quality refractory materials are essential for extending the lifespan of a blast furnace.
- The engineer specified a zircon-based refractory for the high-temperature applications of the laboratory furnace.
- The workers began removing the old refractory lining from the industrial kiln, preparing it for the new replacement.
- Inspection revealed severe damage to the refractory material in the steel-making furnace.