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nickel silver

/ˈnɪk.əl ˈsɪl.vər/

Tradução: Liga metálica branco-prateada de cobre, zinco e níquel, usada como substituto mais barato da prata em talheres, instrumentos musicais e objetos decorativos. Apesar do nome, não contém prata verdadeira.

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/ˈnɪk.əl ˈsɪl.vər/C1formaltechnical
  • ptLiga metálica branco-prateada de cobre, zinco e níquel, usada como substituto mais barato da prata em talheres, instrumentos musicais e objetos decorativos. Apesar do nome, não contém prata verdadeira.

A silver-white alloy of copper, zinc, and nickel, often used as a cheaper substitute for silver in cutlery, musical instruments, and decorative items. Despite its name, it contains no actual silver.

  1. Metal alloyC1formal

    A silver-white alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc, often used as a cheaper substitute for silver in cutlery, musical instruments, and decorative items.

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    • The antique candlesticks were made of nickel silver, not real silver.
    • Nickel silver is commonly used in the production of saxophones and flutes.
    • Jewelry makers sometimes use nickel silver for its durability and appearance.