White Metal (Noun)
Meaning
An alloy (often of lead or tin base) used for bearings.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The engine's moving parts were supported by a series of bearings made from a durable white metal alloy.
- The mechanics replaced the worn-out bearings with new ones made of a high-quality white metal that would last longer.
- The bearing manufacturer specialized in producing white metal alloys for heavy machinery and equipment.
- The engineer specified a white metal alloy with a high tin content for the bearings in the new design.
- The bearing failure was attributed to the use of a low-grade white metal alloy that couldn't withstand the stresses of high-speed operation.