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naval brass

DEFINITIONS OF: naval brass

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n alpha-beta brass containing tin; resistant to sea water; Admiralty Metal is a trademark

Synonyms:
Admiralty Metal, Admiralty brass, Tobin bronze
Type of:
Muntz metal, alpha-beta brass, yellow metal
a brass that has more zinc and is stronger than alpha brass; used in making castings and hot-worked products
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