alloy
Translation
alloy
Examples
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
Grammar Patterns
an ((alloy)) of (metal A) and (metal B) a mixture of metals Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mixture, compound, blend, fusion
Etymology
From Old French 'aloiier' (to combine), from Latin 'alligare' (to bind to). An 'alloy' is something bound together.
Memory Tips
Think of 'all' metals being 'loyal' to each other, forming a strong bond – an alloy.