chromoly

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Blend of chromium +‎ molybdenum.

Noun[edit]

chromoly (uncountable)

  1. A kind of steel alloy containing some chromium and molybdenum.
    Synonym: CrMo
    • 1999, Vic Armijo, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Cycling, Penguin, →ISBN, page 68:
      Although chromoly is heavier than aluminum, many riders favor the resilient ride of chromoly over the super-stiff ride of aluminum and are willing to have a slightly heavier bike in exchange for the more comfortable ride.
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