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Carburize (Verb)

Meaning

Unite with carbon; "carburize metal".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

  • The high-temperature conditions allowed the steel to carburize, forming the hard surface needed for its industrial application.
  • During the carburizing process, the metal absorbs carbon from the atmosphere to strengthen it.
  • To increase the tensile strength of the pipes, manufacturers carburize steel under high pressure and temperature.
  • A carburized steel component is highly resistant to wear and corrosion, making it ideal for heavy machinery use.
  • By carefully controlling the environment to carburize the alloy, engineers can create lightweight yet durable components for aerospace applications.

Synonyms

  • Carburise
  • Carbonize
  • Carbonise

Hypernyms

  • Change State
  • Turn

Related Words

  • Carbon (noun)
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