nonferrous
Meanings
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adjective
Relating to or containing no ferrous elements, especially metals other than iron, nickel, or cobalt.
Variants
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Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Derived from the Latin word 'non-ferrum', meaning 'not iron'.
Trivia
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Nonferrous metals are often used in the manufacturing of electrical wires and cables.
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Aluminum is the most commonly used nonferrous metal.
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Copper is another widely used nonferrous metal due to its excellent electrical conductivity.
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Ferrous metals: Metals that contain iron, such as steel and iron.
Culture
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How to Memorize "nonferrous"
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- To memorize 'nonferrous', remember that it is 'not ferrous', which means 'not iron'.
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