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pewter Definition


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pewter
noun
    1. A silvery alloy with a bluish tinge, composed of tin and lead, used to make tableware (eg tankards), jewellery and other decorative objects.
    2. Articles made of pewter.
    3. Made of pewter.
Derivative: pewterer
noun
    Someone who makes or works in pewter.
Etymology: 14c: from French peutre.



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