CEFR B2

coin silver

noun phrase

Meaning

A standard of fineness for silver, typically 90% pure, used historically for making coins and tableware.

Examples

Many heirloom pieces are made of coin silver, prized for their historical value.
The museum displayed a collection of antique spoons crafted from coin silver.

Synonyms: silverware, sterling silver, silver alloy

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coin silver (B2)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˌkɔɪn ˈsɪlvər/

Definition

A standard of fineness for silver, typically 90% pure, used historically for making coins and tableware.

Examples

Many heirloom pieces are made of coin silver, prized for their historical value.
The museum displayed a collection of antique spoons crafted from coin silver.

How to Use coin silver

made of coin silver (collocation): constructed from the material known as coin silver — "The ornate picture frame was made of coin silver and had a beautiful patina."
coin silver spoon (collocation): a spoon made from coin silver — "He found a delicate coin silver spoon at the flea market."

Synonyms of coin silver

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