Definition
- (noun) An allotrope of carbon, consisting of planes of carbon atoms arranged in hexagonal arrays with the planes stacked loosely, that is used as a dry lubricant and in "lead" pencils.
- (noun) Short for graphite-reinforced plastic, a composite plastic made with graphite fibers noted for light weight strength and stiffness. “Modern tennis racquets are made of graphite, fibreglass and other man-made materials.”
- (noun) A grey colour.
Word stats
- Graphite contains 8 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
- It uses 8 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 2.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 14.
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Words starting with GRA
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Frequently asked questions
What does Graphite mean?
An allotrope of carbon, consisting of planes of carbon atoms arranged in hexagonal arrays with the planes stacked loosely, that is used as a dry lubricant and in "lead" pencils.
How many letters are in Graphite?
Graphite has 8 letters.
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