Komposit
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A material or structure formed by combining two or more materials with different physical and chemical properties to create a new material with superior characteristics. These components remain macroscopically distinct in the final structure but work together “synergistically”.
Synonyms & Variants
bahan campuran
Material consisting of two or more elements combined together.
bahan majemuk
Technical term in engineering and chemistry for structures consisting of several components.
campuran heterogen
Scientific term for a mixture where components remain macroscopically distinct.
material komposit
Professional technical term for materials combining physical properties of different substances.
gabungan
General word for expressing unification
paduan
Often used for metals (alloy)
majemuk
Often used in grammatical or social contexts
campuran
Refers more to the mixing of substances in general
campur-aduk
More casual and sometimes negative connotation
Usage Notes or Etymology
This term is borrowed from English composite which originates from the Latin compositus. The word refers to something made up of various parts. In the context of engineering and material science in Indonesia, this term is used specifically to refer to advanced material technologies such as carbon fiber or reinforced concrete. Its usage is dominant in academic and professional literature to distinguish it from ordinary homogeneous mixtures.
Real-world Usage
Insinyur itu memilih material komposit serat karbon untuk memperkuat struktur rangka pesawat terbang.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.