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Nichrome

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Nichrome [ˈnaɪkrəʊm]
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(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds)™ any of various alloys containing nickel, iron, and chromium, with smaller amounts of other components. It is used in electrical heating elements, furnaces, etc.
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Noun1.Nichrome - an alloy of nickel and chromium with high electrical resistance and an ability to withstand high temperatures; used for resistance heating elements
trademark - a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product
nickel alloy, nickel-base alloy - an alloy whose main constituent is nickel
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