English dictionary

dross

/dr/O/s/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

worthless or dangerous material that should be removed

noun.substance

Synonyms impurity

Source: WordNet 3.0
the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals

noun.substance

Synonyms scoria slag

Source: WordNet 3.0
The scum or refuse matter which is thrown off, or falls from, metals in smelting the ore, or in the process of melting; recrement.

noun

Source: webster1913