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Definition of brasslike
brasslike
/ˈbɹæsˌlaɪk/
brass · like
brasslike Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
• adjective
1
Resembling brass in appearance, color, or metallic luster.
Example
"The antique lamp had a polished, brasslike finish that gleamed in the afternoon light."
2
Having a loud, resonant, or ringing sound similar to that of brass musical instruments.
Example
"A sharp, brasslike fanfare echoed across the courtyard as the ceremony began."
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brasslike. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brasslike