Encyclopedia

white metal

Also found in: Dictionary.
(redirected from antifriction metal)

white metal

[′wīt ‚med·əl]
(metallurgy)
Any of several white-colored metals and their alloys of relatively low melting points, such as lead, tin, antimony, and zinc.
A copper matte of about 77% copper, obtained from the smelting of sulfide copper ores.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms, 6E, Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Mentioned in
Copyright © 2003-2025 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.