CEFR C2

carbonide

noun

Meaning

A binary compound of carbon with a more electropositive element, such as a metal or metalloid.

Examples

The industrial laboratory synthesized a new carbonide to test its thermal stability under extreme pressure.
Engineers analyzed the crystal structure of the metallic carbonide to determine its potential for use in aerospace components.

Synonyms: carbide

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carbonide (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrbənaɪd/

Definition

A binary compound of carbon with a more electropositive element, such as a metal or metalloid.

Examples

The industrial laboratory synthesized a new carbonide to test its thermal stability under extreme pressure.
Engineers analyzed the crystal structure of the metallic carbonide to determine its potential for use in aerospace components.
Many refractory materials rely on the extreme hardness of a specific carbonide to withstand high-temperature environments.

Synonyms of carbonide

Words with a similar meaning to carbonide:

carbide

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