Titanium (Noun)
Meaning
A light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The aircraft's skeletal structure is made of a strong titanium alloy for maximum durability and minimal weight.
- Titanium implants have become widely used in medical procedures due to their corrosion-resistant properties.
- Space agencies rely heavily on titanium components when constructing spacecraft due to their unique blend of strength and lightness.
- The titanium exhausts of high-performance cars are prized for their appearance and functional benefits.
- Engineers chose to use titanium in constructing the new bridge's supports for its remarkable strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to ocean-air corrosion.