brass
Translation
brass, brass instruments, top brass
Examples
The old candlestick is made of brass.
The old candlestick is made of brass.
She plays trumpet in the brass section.
She plays trumpet in the brass section.
The top brass will attend the meeting.
The top brass will attend the meeting.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is made of brass to be constructed from the metal brass The candlestick is made of brass.
the brass section the group of brass instruments in an orchestra She plays in the brass section.
the top brass the people with the highest positions of authority The top brass made the decision.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (metal) alloy, bronze; (officials) management, executives
Etymology
From Old English 'bræs'. The origin is uncertain.
Memory Tips
Picture a shiny BRASS trumpet. The sound is bold, just like the 'top brass' (leaders).