English Explanatory Dictionary

type metal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A metal alloy used in making types for traditional typefounding and mechanical typesetting. It consists essentially of lead and antimony, often with a little tin, nickel, or copper.

Word forms

type metal type metals
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