Meaning of the word pewter in English

What does pewter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pewter

US /ˈpjuː.t̬ɚ/

UK /ˈpjuː.tər/

a gray alloy of tin with lead, copper, and other metals

Example:

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The old tankard was made of pewter.

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She collected antique pewter plates.

Synonym:

tin alloy tinware

of a dull grayish color

Example:

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The sky was a dull pewter color before the storm.

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Her eyes were a striking shade of pewter.

Synonym:

grayish leaden dull gray