Synonyms for ferrocerium
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A pyrophoric alloy of iron and cerium that is used with a striker (a steel) to make the spark of a lighter or firestarter.
Near-synonym: flint (loose sense)
Example sentences
- flint They used flint to create sparks for the campfire.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| ferrocerium | falling | |
| flint | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- flint1