pewter
Pronunciation: [ˈpjuːtər]
Word
Context: “materials”
(noun) Pewter is a type of metal that is made mostly from tin. It’s often blended with small amounts of other metals like copper or lead. People use pewter to make things like dishes, mugs, and decorations.
Example
The artist created a beautiful pewter mug that was perfect for sipping hot chocolate.
Example
The pewter bowl I bought turned out to be too soft and easily scratched.
Example
What kinds of items can be made from pewter?
Context: “appearance”
(adjective) When something is described as pewter, it means it has a color or look that is similar to that type of metal, usually a grayish tone.
Example
She chose a pewter vase that matched her living room perfectly.
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The bright silver lamp didn’t look pewter at all; it was too shiny.
Example
Do you think this paint color looks like pewter?
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