Meaning of 'alloy'

Find the meaning of the word ‘alloy’

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Meaning of ‘alloy’

3 definitions found.

alloy

noun

the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something

Synonyms: admixture

noun

a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten

Example: "brass is an alloy of zinc and copper"

Synonyms: metal

verb

to lower in value by increasing the base-metal content

Example: "Jewellers usually alloy their rings to make them stronger and more affordable."

Synonyms: debase

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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