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Meaning of brass
The primary meaning of the word "brass" refers to a yellow alloy of copper and zinc.
Etymology of brass
The word "brass" originated from the Old English word "bræs", which referred to brass or bronze, and is also related to the Old Norse word "brá", which meant "brass" or "copper"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to refer to the alloy of copper and zinc
The term "brass" has also been used figuratively to refer to impudence or effrontery since the 17th century
Synonyms
gold
silver
copper
metal
alloy
bronze
tin
zinc
lead
iron
steel
platinum
palladium
rhodium
iridium
osmium
ruthenium
nickel
chromium
magnesium
aluminum
titanium
manganese
cobalt
mercury
cadmium
beryllium
tungsten
molybdenum
vanadium
niobium
tantalum
goldplate
gilded
plated
coated
metallic
ferric
ferrous
Definitions
- A yellow alloy of copper and zinc, used for making objects such as fixtures, fittings, and musical instruments
- A high-ranking officer in the armed forces, especially in the navy
- Impudence or effrontery, especially in a charming or persuasive way
Usage Examples
- The doorknobs were made of solid brass and shone brightly in the sunlight
- The brass section of the orchestra played a lively tune
- She had the brass to ask for a raise after only a month on the job