chamotte

[ shuh-mot ]

noun

, Metallurgy.

1. grog ( def 3 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of chamotte¹

1885–90; probably < French < German Schamotte

Example Sentences

They are as follows: Marquardt mass tubes for temperatures up to 3,000°F., but they will not stand sudden changes in temperature, such as in contact with intermittent flames, without an extra outer covering of chamotte, fireclay or carborundum.

From Project Gutenberg

Chamotte tubes are useful up to 2,800°F. and are mechanically strong.

From Project Gutenberg