Bronze
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/brɑːnz/
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/brɒnz/
(bronze)
metal alloy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Bronze' originates from the Italian word 'bronzo,' which referred to the metal alloy.
Historical Evolution
'Bronzo' transformed into the French word 'bronze,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bronze.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the metal alloy, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a yellowish-brown alloy of copper with up to one-third tin.
The statue was made of bronze.
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Noun 2
a medal made of bronze, awarded for third place in a competition.
She won a bronze in the Olympics.
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Adjective 1
having a yellowish-brown color like bronze.
The bronze leaves fell from the trees.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 00:47