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acier

|a-ci-er|

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/ˈeɪ.si.er/

steel-like material

Etymology
Etymology Information

'acier' originates from French, specifically the word 'acier', where 'acier' meant 'steel'.

Historical Evolution

'acier' was borrowed directly from French into English, retaining its original form and meaning.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'steel', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of steel or a steel-like material.

The sculpture was made of a special kind of acier.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/23 02:06