alloy

noun

ˈa-ˌlȯi How to pronounce alloy (audio)
Definition of alloynext
as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things brass is an alloy, consisting of copper and zinc

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Recent Examples of alloy Ti-6Al-4V, the titanium alloy used here, also offers particularly good resistance to seawater corrosion. — New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026 Limited to only 100 pieces, it is housed in the watchmaker’s proprietary Platinumtech—a patented alloy made from 95 percent pure platinum that is 85 percent harder than conventional platinum alloys. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2026 The theory is further bolstered by the jewelry’s material,Copper alloy was considered a cheaper metal at the time, and usually only worn by lower status individuals. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2026 The second number tells you whether or not the alloy also has 10% nickel—which can make stainless steel shinier and more corrosion resistant. — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for alloy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alloy
  1. mixture
  2. amalgam
  3. blend
  4. mix
  5. amalgamation
  6. composite
  7. combination
  8. fusion
Noun
  • Next, add 5 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice and let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Each block of concrete-limestone mixture was hand-rammed by 11 workers to create a distinctive block.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of mixture
Noun
  • Just like her new favorite shoes, Tung prefers an amalgam of styles.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The escape, roughly 80 miles from Memphis, offers an amalgam of lakes, hardwood forests, and shortleaf pine ecosystems.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of amalgam
Noun
  • The top suites are the stunning Vincy Overwater two-story villa, offering the perfect blend of luxury and nature.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Crisco gets its name from that same tone — a perfect blend of country and disco.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of blend
Noun
  • Hazel is actually an unusual, multi-colored eye type that features a mix of brown, green, and gold or amber hues.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026
  • However, Greater China footwear ASPs were flat for the quarter, mostly due to lower discounts that were offset primarily by channel mix.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of mix
Noun
  • Andie is an amalgamation of a bunch of different To Catch a Predator producers.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Decoy Dan is an amalgamation of the adult actors who were cast to play the teenagers in the fake houses in the show.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of amalgamation
Noun
  • The Centenaire became the world’s first supercar to feature a carbon-composite chassis.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Futures for the Standard & Poor’s 500 index and Nasdaq composite added to their gains after the data were released, while Treasury yields moved lower.
    — Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of composite
Noun
  • The guest rooms are decorated with a combination of Byzantine art and Zen minimalism.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • His incredibly sharp eye for talent coupled with strong instincts and deep relationships are a dynamic combination for artist management.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of combination
Noun
  • Both tracks aim to secure an early lead in the global race for commercial fusion power.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Eight interconnecting venues offer everything from French-Japanese fusion, an oyster and ceviche bar, poolside cocktails, and a replica speakeasy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of fusion

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