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Carburise

Definition:

(Verb) To treat or combine with carbon, typically by heating in order to increase the carbon content of a material, such as a metal or alloy.

Sense:

Sense 1: To infuse carbon into a metal or alloy.

Usage:

Example 1: The blacksmith carburised the iron sword to enhance its durability against rust.

Example 2: The steel manufacturing company utilizes a specialized process to carburise the metal bars.

(Verb) To become carbonized or incorporate carbon into a material.

Sense:

Sense 1: To undergo the process of carbonization or carbon incorporation.

Usage:

Example 1: When heated at high temperatures, the metal carburises, leading to increased carbon content.

Example 2: The wood in the burning fireplace carburises, transforming into charcoal.

(Noun) The act or process of carburising.

Usage:

Example 1: The carburisation of the alloy resulted in significant improvement in its strength and hardness.

Example 2: The manufacturer invested in advanced machinery to optimize the carburise of different materials.

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