nickel
US /ˈnɪk.əl/
UK /ˈnɪk.əl/
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a silvery-white metallic element, hard, malleable, and ductile, that is used in alloys, in corrosion-resistant coatings, and as a catalyst.
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Stainless steel contains nickel.
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Many coins are made from a nickel alloy.
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a US or Canadian coin worth five cents, made of a copper-nickel alloy.
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I found a nickel on the sidewalk.
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Do you have a nickel for the vending machine?
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to plate with nickel.
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The old faucet was nickeled to give it a new shine.
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They plan to nickel the metal parts for durability.