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alloys

The correct spelling is alloys.

How to pronounce alloys

noun

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The correct spelling is alloys. A metal that is a combination of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal. For example: "gold without alloy"

Usage Examples

gold without alloy

to alloy gold with silver or copper, or silver with copper

to alloy pleasure with misfortunes

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A metal that is a combination of two or more elements, at least one of which is a metal.
  2. 2.A metal of lesser value, mixed with a metal of greater value.
  3. 3.An admixture; something added which stains, taints etc.
  4. 4.Fusion, marriage, combination.

verb

  1. 1.To mix or combine; often used of metals.
  2. 2.To reduce the purity of by mixing with a less valuable substance.
  3. 3.To impair or debase by mixture.

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