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Rarepewter
The correct spelling is pewter.
How to pronounce pewter
/ˈpjuːtə/
nounIPA: /ˈpjuːtə/
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The correct spelling is pewter. An alloy of approximately 93–98% tin, 1–2% copper, and the balance of antimony.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.An alloy of approximately 93–98% tin, 1–2% copper, and the balance of antimony.
- 2.An alloy of tin and lead.
- 3.Items made of pewter; pewterware.
- 4.A beer tankard made from pewter.
- 5.A dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.
verb
- 1.To coat with pewter.
adjective
- 1.Of a dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.
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