pewter
Short definition from Wiktionary
Noun
- An alloy of approximately 93–98% tin and 1–2% copper, and the balance of antimony.
- An alloy of tin and lead.
- Items made of pewter; pewterware.
- A beer tankard made from pewter.
- A dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.
- Prize money.
Adjective
- Of a dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.
Verb
- To coat with pewter.
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