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graphite

/ˈɡræfaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does graphite mean?

noun

A soft, black, slippery mineral used as a lubricant and in pencil leads. It is a form of carbon.

Example

"The artist used graphite to create a detailed sketch of the cityscape."

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