pewter

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun any of various alloys of tin with small amounts of other metals (especially lead)

Etymology

From Middle English peutre, from Old French peautre, from Vulgar Latin *peltrum (“pewter”), which is of uncertain origin. Possibly related to spelter.

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