Definition of Pinchbeck
Pinchbeck
pinch·beck
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(noun)
a metallic alloy made of zinc and copper that looks like gold, and that is thus used as imitation gold for watches and jewelry;
e.g. This watch is made of pinchbeck, so it is not as valuable as it looks.
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