Corinthian bronze
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Noun
[edit]Corinthian bronze (uncountable)
- A hard valuable metal alloy in classical antiquity, of uncertain composition, thought to have been an alloy of copper with gold and/or silver involving heat treatment and quenching, but perhaps only a very high grade of bronze.
- Synonym: Corinthian brass
- Impudent self-assurance; effrontery.
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