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graphite

noun

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A soft, black, solid form of carbon, used in pencils and as a lubricant.

Example Sentence

Pencils are made with a core of graphite mixed with clay.

Usage Note

Used in pencils for writing and drawing, as a lubricant for machinery, and in batteries and electrodes due to its conductivity.

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