graphite
Translation
graphite, black lead
Examples
Pencil lead is made of graphite.
Pencil lead is made of graphite.
Graphite is a form of carbon.
Graphite is a form of carbon.
Grammar Patterns
made of graphite The core of the pencil is made of graphite.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plumbago, black lead
Etymology
From Greek 'graphein' (to write), because it's used for writing. The suffix '-ite' is common for minerals.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'graphite' is what you 'write' with in a pencil. The root 'graph' means 'to write'.