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pinchbeck meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of pinchbeck at MeaningMonkey.org. pinchbeck meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.PINCHBECK noun
Definition of pinchbeck (noun)
- an alloy of copper and zinc that is used in cheap jewelry to imitate gold
PINCHBECK adjective
Definition of pinchbeck (adjective)
- serving as an imitation or substitute
- "pinchbeck heroism"
Source: Princeton University Wordnet