Ductile

Adjective

Definition: Capable of being drawn out into a thin wire or hammered into thin sheets; malleable.

Synonyms: Pliable, Flexible, Malleable

Antonyms: Brittle, Inflexible, Rigid

Examples:
  • Gold is a ductile metal that can be easily formed into various shapes.
  • The ductile nature of copper allows it to be used in electrical wiring.
Mnemonics:
  • "Ductile" sounds like "duct-tile". Imagine flexible tiles that can be easily formed or shaped.

Etymology:

Origin:

Derived from the Latin word "ductilis", meaning "capable of being led or drawn".

Historical Usage:

The term "ductile" has been used in the context of metalworking and material properties since ancient times, dating back to the Roman Empire.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Ductile personality"

Explanation:

Refers to someone who is adaptable and able to adjust easily to different situations or circumstances.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Believing that "ductile" only refers to the ability of metals to be drawn into wires.

Explanation:

While its primary use is in reference to metals, "ductile" can also describe other materials or substances capable of being molded or shaped without breaking.

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