brass meaning and definition

BRASS noun

Definition of brass (noun)

1. an alloy of copper and zinc
2. a wind instrument that consists of a brass tube (usually of variable length) that is blown by means of a cup-shaped or funnel-shaped mouthpiece
   • synonyms: brass instrument
3. the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something
   • "he claims that the present administration is corrupt"; "the governance of an association is responsible to its members"; "he quickly became recognized as a member of the establishment"
   • synonyms: administration, establishment, governance, governing body, organisation, organization
4. impudent aggressiveness
   • "I couldn't believe her boldness"; "he had the effrontery to question my honesty"
   • synonyms: boldness, cheek, face, nerve
5. an ornament or utensil made of brass
6. the section of a band or orchestra that plays brass instruments
   • synonyms: brass section
7. a memorial made of brass
   • synonyms: memorial tablet, plaque