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to alloy
01
to combine two or more metals to make a more suitable one
Transitive: to alloy two or more metals
Ditransitive: to alloy a metal with another
Example
Engineers often alloy different metals to enhance the strength and durability of structural components.
The metallurgist alloyed copper and zinc to produce brass, a durable and corrosion-resistant material.
Aircraft manufacturers alloy aluminum with other metals to develop lightweight yet strong materials for airplane construction.
02
to degrade or diminish the quality or value of something by adding an inferior substance or element
Transitive: to alloy sth
Example
The chef alloyed the premium olive oil with cheap vegetable oil, compromising the flavor of the dish.
The purity of the river water was alloyed by industrial pollutants discharged into it.
The purity of scientific research can be alloyed when financial interests influence the outcome of studies.
Alloy
01
a combination of two or more metals, creating a metal that is usually stronger or more resistant
Example
An alloy is a mixture of two or more metals or a metal and another element.
Stainless steel, an alloy of iron, chromium, and other elements, is highly resistant to corrosion and is used in a wide range of applications.
Bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, has been used for centuries in sculpture, weaponry, and coinage.
02
the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something
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Engineers often alloy different metals to enhance the strength and durability of structural components.
The metallurgist alloyed copper and zinc to produce brass, a durable and corrosion-resistant material.
Aircraft manufacturers alloy aluminum with other metals to develop lightweight yet strong materials for airplane construction.
The jeweler alloyed gold with other metals to create a stronger and more affordable alloy for jewelry.
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