First Known Use: 14th century
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pewter
noun pew·ter \ˈpyü-tər\
: a dull gray metal that is a mixture of tin and usually lead
Full Definition of PEWTER
1
: any of various alloys having tin as chief component; especially : a dull alloy with lead formerly used for domestic utensils
2
: utensils of pewter
3
: a bluish gray
— pewter adjective
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Origin of PEWTER
Middle English, from Anglo-French peutre, from Vulgar Latin *piltrum
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pewter
noun pew·ter \ˈpyü-tər\
Definition of PEWTER for Kids
1
: a metallic substance made mostly of tin sometimes mixed with copper or antimony that is used in making utensils (as pitchers and bowls)
2
: utensils made of pewter
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