nanotube

noun

nano·​tube ˈna-nə-ˌtüb How to pronounce nanotube (audio)
ˈna-nō-
: a microscopic tube whose diameter is measured in nanometers
especially : one of pure carbon : buckytube

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The image below was a commemoration of the discovery of carbon nanotubes at NEC. Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024 Functional materials, such as carbon nanotubes or graphene flakes, can be mixed into the liquid. Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2024 Because of this, its next vehicle may have a traditional powertrain or be powered by something different, like nanotube technology. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 May 2024 The company makes carbon nanotubes and graphene, which are used in electric car batteries, and its Kansas investment comes after Panasonic announced plans to create a $4 billion electric battery plant in nearby De Soto. Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 11 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nanotube 

Word History

First Known Use

1992, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nanotube was in 1992

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“Nanotube.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nanotube. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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nanotube

noun
nano·​tube -ˌt(y)üb How to pronounce nanotube (audio)
: a microscopic tube whose diameter is measured in nanometers
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