Definition of malleability

malleabilitynoun

tính dễ uốn nắn

/ˌmæliəˈbɪləti//ˌmæliəˈbɪləti/

The word "malleability" originates from the Latin phrase "malleus," meaning "hammer," and the suffix "-ability," which forms an abstract noun indicating a quality or property. In the 15th century, the word "malleability" entered the English language, initially referring to the ability of a metal to be shaped or molded while still hot, especially into thin sheets or figures. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the ability of a material to be shaped or molded in any way, whether through heat, pressure, or other means. Today, "malleability" is used to describe the property of a substance to be shaped, bent, or molded without breaking or cracking, and is often used in fields such as metallurgy, engineering, and materials science.

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the ability to be hit or pressed into different shapes easily without breaking or cracking (= starting to split)

khả năng bị va đập hoặc ép thành nhiều hình dạng khác nhau một cách dễ dàng mà không bị vỡ hoặc nứt (= bắt đầu tách ra)

Example:
  • The softness and malleability of gold makes it perfect for making jewellery.

    Tính mềm và dễ uốn của vàng làm cho nó trở nên hoàn hảo để làm đồ trang sức.

the fact of being easily influenced or changed

thực tế dễ bị ảnh hưởng hoặc thay đổi

Example:
  • the malleability of memory

    tính dễ uốn nắn của trí nhớ

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