Martensite

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

a solid solution of carbon in alpha-iron that is formed when steel is cooled so rapidly that the change from austenite to pearlite is suppressed

Framework senses

2 senses across 2 frameworks

Wordset Dictionary1 senseview framework →

§1: a solid solution of carbon in alpha-iron that is formed when steel is cooled so rapidly that the change from austenite to pearlite is suppressed

Legacy lexicon import1 senseview framework →

§1 · legacy_primary: a solid solution of carbon in alpha-iron that is formed when steel is cooled so rapidly that the change from austenite to pearlite is suppressed
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