ALLOY
Scrabble letter values: A1L1L1O1Y4 = 8
Definition
- verb lower in value by increasing the base-metal content. — synonyms: debase
- verb make an alloy of.
- noun a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten. — synonyms: metal
- noun the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something. — synonyms: admixture
Examples
- “brass is an alloy of zinc and copper”
- “gold without alloy”
- “to alloy gold with silver or copper, or silver with copper”