What is the meaning of the word "alloy"?
Definitions:
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a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten
noun
- brass is an alloy of zinc and copper
- brass is an alloy of zinc and copper
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to lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
verb
- Jewellers usually alloy their rings to make them stronger and more affordable.
- Jewellers usually alloy their rings to make them stronger and more affordable.