alloy (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈælaɪ/

Definition

A mixture of two or more metals, or a metal mixed with one or more other elements, created to improve strength, reduce cost, or provide other desirable properties.

Examples

• Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.

• Steel is a strong alloy of iron and carbon.

• The dentist used a special alloy to fill the cavity.

How to Use alloy

alloy of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify the components of the alloy. — "Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon."

Synonyms of alloy

Words with a similar meaning to alloy:

• blend
• mixture
• compound
• amalgam

Antonyms of alloy

Words with the opposite meaning to alloy:

• pure metal
• element

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