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base metal

The correct spelling is base metal.

How to pronounce base metal

noun

Say it like: Bas-e m-eta-l

The correct spelling is base metal. Any metal at the lower end of the electrochemical series that oxidizes readily.

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Definition

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  1. 1.Any metal at the lower end of the electrochemical series that oxidizes readily.
  2. 2.The metal to be welded (rather than that used to weld).
  3. 3.A common or inexpensive metal

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