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Definition of Austenite
1. Noun. A solid solution of ferric carbide or carbon in iron; cools to form pearlite or martensite.
Terms within: Gamma Iron
Substance meronyms: Austenitic Steel
Generic synonyms: Primary Solid Solution, Solid Solution
Derivative terms: Austenitic
Substance meronyms: Austenitic Steel
Generic synonyms: Primary Solid Solution, Solid Solution
Derivative terms: Austenitic
Definition of Austenite
1. Noun. (metallurgy) (alternative spelling of austenite) ¹
2. Noun. a fan or admirer of Jane Austen; someone who studies the works of Jane Austen. ¹
3. Noun. A solid solution or carbon or ferric carbide in iron that exists in steel at high temperatures ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Austenite
1. [n -S]