Alloy
/ˈælɔɪ/noun
A metal made by mixing two or more metallic elements together.
Stainless steel is an alloy consisting of iron and chromium.
Often appears as...
- stainless steel alloy
- aluminium alloy
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Term
Used mainly in scientific and engineering contexts when discussing materials.
In aerospace engineering, titanium alloys are crucial for building aircraft parts.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Composition
Always refers to a specific mixture of metals, rather than a single metal.
The jeweler preferred working with a gold-silver alloy for its unique color.
Pro Tip 3/3Qualities Matter
An alloy's properties depend on the metals used; they can be hard, lightweight, etc.
The new alloy was much lighter, making the racing bikes faster.
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