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piezoelectric ceramic

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noun

  1. any ceramic that exhibits piezoelectric properties.

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A camping stove or push-button lighter works by pressing down on a piezoelectric ceramic, which produces enough energy to spark a flame.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2013

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