assayer

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. One who assays, or performs chemical tests on metals.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

assayer assayers assayor

Etymology

From Middle English assaier, assaiour, from Anglo-Norman assaiour; equivalent to assay + -er.

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