Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grafite

noun
/ɡræˈfaɪt/
Definition
A form of carbon used in pencils and as a lubricant.
Examples
  • She prefers using a graphite pencil for her sketching because it glides smoothly on paper.
  • The artist created beautiful drawings with different grades of graphite.
  • Graphite is also used in the production of lubricants due to its slippery nature.
Meaning
Grafite is a soft, lustrous form of carbon that is commonly used in various applications, including writing and manufacturing materials.
Synonyms
  • Carbon
  • Lead
  • Graphene