Definition of "ferrocerium" []

• A pyrophoric alloy of iron and cerium that is used to make the flints for cigarette lighters (noun)

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• "I think the best firestart for the money is the six inch long 1/2 inch diameter ferrocerium rod."
• "The alloy ferrocerium is used to a small extent in iron and steel."
• "I also dig that the entire system is completely self contained-the ferrocerium rod and steel striker just unscrew from either end of the handle."