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Meaning of ferroalloy
A ferroalloy is an alloy of iron with a high proportion of one or more other elements, used in steel production.
Etymology of ferroalloy
The word "ferroalloy" has its roots in the Latin words "ferrum," meaning iron, and "alloys," from the Old French "aleier," meaning to mix or combine.
The term "ferroalloy" has been used in the English language since the late 19th century to describe alloys of iron with other elements.
Synonyms
alloy
metal
steel
iron
manganese
chromium
vanadium
molybdenum
tungsten
silicon
nickel
cobalt
titanium
zirconium
niobium
tantalum
magnesium
aluminum
copper
zinc
tin
lead
mercury
silver
gold
platinum
palladium
rhodium
osmium
iridium
ruthenium
alloyed metal
metallic compound
ferrous alloy
nonferrous alloy
metal compound
inorganic compound
Definitions
- A ferroalloy is defined by Oxford Languages as an alloy of iron with a high proportion of one or more other elements, such as manganese, silicon, or chromium, used in the production of steel.
- * Ferroalloys are used to add specific properties to steel, such as strength, hardness, or resistance to corrosion.
Usage Examples
- Ferroalloys are used in the production of high-strength steel for construction and engineering applications.
- * The addition of ferroalloys to steel can improve its resistance to corrosion and wear.
- * Ferroalloys are also used in the production of cast iron and other metal alloys.