graphite

1. (countable, uncountable)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, in "lead" pencils, and as a moderator in some nuclear reactors.

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   used as a lubricant and as a moderator in nuclear reactors

2. (countable, uncountable)Graphite-reinforced plastic, a composite plastic made with graphite fibers noted for lightweight strength and stiffness.

   Modern tennis racquets are made of graphite, fibreglass and other man-made materials.

3. (countable, uncountable)A grey colour, resembling graphite or the marks made with a graphite pencil.

1. Two kinds of lubricant are used on a bicycle--oil and graphite.

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2. Only oil of the best quality and pure graphite should be used.

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3. No graphite pencils, food, tobacco, chewing gum, lighters, matches, or pocketknives will be permitted inside the clean room.

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