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fireclay

/ˈfaɪər.kleɪ/

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noun

/ˈfaɪər.kleɪ/B2formaltechnical
  • ruТип глины, устойчивой к высоким температурам, обычно используемой для изготовления огнеупорных материалов и керамики.

A type of clay that is resistant to high heat, commonly used in making refractory materials and ceramics.

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  1. Heat-resistant clayC1formaltechnical

    A type of clay that can withstand extremely high temperatures without melting or deforming, used in making refractory materials like furnace linings and firebricks.

    ruОгнеупорная глина

    • Fireclay is essential for constructing industrial kilns.
    • The furnace was lined with fireclay bricks to withstand the intense heat.
    • Pottery made from fireclay is often used for high-temperature applications.
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