alloy meaning and definition

ALLOY noun

Definition of alloy (noun)

1. a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten
   • "brass is an alloy of zinc and copper"
   • synonyms: metal
2. the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something
   • synonyms: admixture

ALLOY verb

Definition of alloy (verb)

1. lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
   • synonyms: debase
2. make an alloy of