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Brass
01
musical instruments made of brass that produce sound when blown into, such as the trumpet and trombone
Examples
The brass section of the orchestra includes instruments like the trumpet, trombone, and tuba.
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Plural form
brasses
Examples
The antique doorknob was made of polished brass, adding a touch of elegance to the entrance.
03
any decorative or functional object made of brass
Examples
The lamp is crafted from polished brass.
04
bold, impudent, or aggressive behavior
Examples
He has the brass to challenge the manager.
05
the group of people responsible for managing, directing, or administering an organization
Examples
He meets with the brass to discuss budget plans.
06
a memorial object or plaque made from brass
Examples
The brass commemorates fallen soldiers.
07
the section of a band or orchestra composed of brass instruments
Examples
The brass plays a fanfare at the start of the concert.
brass
01
having a metallic yellowish-brown color resembling the alloy of copper and zinc
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most brass
Comparative
more brass
gradable
Examples
The curtain rods were chosen in a stylish, brass color.
Lexical Tree
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