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alloy

Syllabification: (al·loy)

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Definition of alloy

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaˌloi/

a metal made by combining two or more metallic elements, especially to give greater strength or resistance to corrosion:an alloy of nickel, bronze, and zinc flat pieces of alloy [as modifier]:alloy wheels
an inferior metal mixed with a precious one.

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈaˌloi, əˈloi/

[with object]

mix (metals) to make an alloy:alloying tin with copper to make bronze
debase (something) by adding something inferior.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Old French aloi (noun) and French aloyer (verb), both from Old French aloier, aleier 'combine', from Latin alligare 'bind'

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