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embrittlement

 

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Embrittlement

Definition: Embrittlement refers to the process or condition in which a material becomes brittle, losing its plasticity and becoming prone to fracturing or breaking easily.

Noun:

Sense 1: The phenomenon of making a material brittle or prone to fracturing due to structural changes or exposure to certain environmental factors.

Example Sentence: The embrittlement of the metal was caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures.

Sense 2: The condition of becoming brittle, usually referring to the property of materials such as metals, alloys, or plastics.

Example Sentence: The embrittlement of the plastic made it unsuitable for use in high-stress applications.

Verb:

Sense 1: To make a material or substance brittle or more prone to fracturing.

Example Sentence: The high levels of oxygen embrittle the steel, making it susceptible to cracking.

Adjective:

Sense 1: Describing the state of being brittle or prone to fracturing.

Example Sentence: The embrittled weld joint failed under applied stress, causing structural damage.

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