beta brass

beta brass
an alloy consisting of nearly equal proportions of copper and zinc.
[1910-15]

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  • alpha-beta brass — /al feuh bay teuh, bee / an alloy of from 55 to 61 percent copper with from 39 to 45 percent zinc. Also called Muntz metal. [1915 20] * * * …   Universalium

  • brass — brassish, adj. /bras, brahs/, n. 1. any of various metal alloys consisting mainly of copper and zinc. 2. a utensil, ornament, or other article made of such an alloy. 3. Music. a. See brass instrument. b. brass instruments collectively in a band… …   Universalium

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  • Muntz metal — n. an alloy (60% copper, 40% zinc) used for sheathing ships etc. Etymology: G. F. Muntz, Engl. manufacturer d. 1857 * * * noun a brass that has more zinc and is stronger than alpha brass; used in making castings and hot worked products • Syn:… …   Useful english dictionary

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