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dross

The correct spelling is dross.

How to pronounce dross

noun

IPA: /dɹɑs/

Say it like: Dro-ss

The correct spelling is dross. Waste or impure matter.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Waste or impure matter.
  2. 2.Residue that forms on the surface of a metal from oxidation.
  3. 3.The impurities in metal.
  4. 4.A waste product from working with metal.
  5. 5.Worthless or trivial matter.

verb

  1. 1.To remove dross from.

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