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britannia metal

/brɪˈtæniə ˈmɛtəl/

翻译: 一种锡合金,通常由锡、锑和铜组成,具有银色外观,历史上用于制作餐具、装饰品和乐器。

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/brɪˈtæniə ˈmɛtəl/C1formaltechnical
  • zh一种锡合金,通常由锡、锑和铜组成,具有银色外观,历史上用于制作餐具、装饰品和乐器。

A specific type of pewter alloy, typically composed of tin, antimony, and copper, known for its silvery appearance and used historically for tableware, decorative items, and musical instruments.

  1. C1formalbritish

    A silvery, corrosion-resistant alloy composed primarily of tin, antimony, and copper, often used as a cheaper alternative to silver for tableware and decorative items.

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    • The antique teapot was made of Britannia metal.
    • Britannia metal was popular in the 19th century for making candlesticks.
    • Unlike pewter, Britannia metal contains no lead.