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electrum

Syllabification: (e·lec·trum)
Pronunciation: /iˈlektrəm/

Definition of electrum

noun

  • a natural or artificial alloy of gold with at least 20 percent silver, used for jewelry, especially in ancient times.

Origin:

late Middle English: via Latin from Greek ēlektron 'amber, electrum'

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Definition of electrum in the British & World English dictionary