bronze

n. a hard, reddish-brown metal made by mixing copper and tin.

n. a metal alloy consisting primarily of copper, usually with tin as the main additive. Uncountable in its material sense.

“The ancient tools were made of bronze because it was stronger than pure copper.”

“Metallurgists in the region began experimenting with bronze alloys as early as 3000 BCE, significantly advancing the production of durable weaponry.”

n. a statue or other work of art made from bronze.

n. a sculpture or artistic object cast in bronze. Countable in this sense.

“The museum has a beautiful bronze of a horse in the main hall.”

“The gallery's collection includes several small bronzes from the Renaissance, each demonstrating remarkable attention to anatomical detail.”

n. a medal given to the person who finishes third in a race or competition.

n. a bronze medal awarded for finishing in third place in a sporting event or competition.

“She was disappointed with the bronze, as she had hoped for a gold medal.”

“After a grueling final lap, the runner managed to secure the bronze, marking the first time her country had reached the podium in this event.”

adj. made from the metal bronze.

adj. composed of or consisting of the alloy bronze.

“The heavy bronze doors of the cathedral were covered in detailed carvings.”

“The architect specified bronze fixtures for the lobby to ensure they would withstand the corrosive effects of the coastal air.”

adj. having a reddish-brown colour, often used to describe skin that has been in the sun.

adj. having the characteristic reddish-brown colour of bronze; frequently used to describe a sun-tanned complexion.

“He returned from his summer holiday with a healthy bronze glow.”

“The evening light gave the desert sands a deep bronze hue that shifted to purple as the sun disappeared.”

v. to make skin turn brown by spending time in the sun.

v. to cause the skin to become brown or tanned through exposure to sunlight.

“The hot Mediterranean sun had bronzed his skin over the long summer.”

“Years of working in the open fields had deeply bronzed his face, leaving permanent lines around his eyes.”

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