First Known Use: 1888
Dictionary
pearlite
noun pearl·ite \ˈpər(-ə)-ˌlīt\
Definition of PEARLITE
: the lamellar mixture of ferrite and cementite in slowly cooled iron-carbon alloys occurring normally as a principal constituent of both steel and cast iron
— pearl·it·ic \ˌpər-ˈli-tik\ adjective
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of PEARLITE
French perlite, from perle pearl
Learn More About PEARLITE
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: pearlizedPrevious Word in the Dictionary: pearlinessAll Words Near: pearlite
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up pearlite? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).