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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   zinc, often in blocks or ingot form. uncountable, usually
2. 2
   impure zinc containing about three percent lead and other impurities (especially in the form of ingots) wordnet
3. 3
   Zinc alloyed with another metal (especially copper), used as a solder. countable, uncountable, usually
4. 4
   An objet d'art made from zinc. countable, usually

Verb

1. 1
   To combine copper and metallic zinc to form an alloy.

Etymology

Related to, and perhaps derived from, Middle Dutch speauter. Possibly related to pewter.

Related phrases

objet d art

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