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Carbon Nanotube

A carbon nanotube refers to a cylindrical allotrope of carbon, consisting of a seamless tube-shaped structure with a diameter of only a few nanometers.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A material with exceptional mechanical and electrical properties.

Sample Sentence:

A carbon nanotube is a promising material for building lightweight and strong composites.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or pertaining to carbon nanotubes.

Sample Sentence:

The researchers developed a carbon nanotube-based transistor with high conductivity.

Sense 3:

Verb: To coat or embed with carbon nanotubes.

Sample Sentence:

They decided to carbon nanotube the surface of the aircraft for enhanced strength and durability.

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