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Babbitt Definition & Meaning

babbitt
noun
  1. an alloy of tin with some copper and antimony; a lining for bearings that reduces friction
verb
  1. line with a Babbitt metal

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  • "john taylor babbitt"
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  • "case study for raymond babbitt"
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  • "babbitt 1922"
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Frequently asked questions

What does babbitt mean?
an alloy of tin with some copper and antimony; a lining for bearings that reduces friction line with a Babbitt metal
What part of speech is babbitt?
Babbitt is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does babbitt have?
Babbitt has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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