quenched steel

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Noun quenched steel has 1 sense

quenched steel - steel that has been hardened by immersing it in water or oil to cool it
--₁ is a kind of steel
--₁ has substance: martensite
--₁ has particulars: oil-hardened steel

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Term: Quenched Steel

Definition: Quenched steel refers to a type of steel that has undergone a rapid cooling process, known as quenching, to achieve desired hardness and strength properties.

Sense 1: As a noun

Example: Quenched steel provides excellent wear resistance, making it suitable for manufacturing cutting tools.

Sense 2: As an adjective

Example: The quenched steel frame of the car increased its durability while reducing its weight.

Sense 3: As a verb (past tense)

Example: The blacksmith quenched the steel sword in water, tempering it to perfection.