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nickel

[ˈnɪkəl]

nickel Definition

a hard, silvery-white metal that is used especially in alloys.

Using nickel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nickel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The five-cent coin is made of nickel and copper.

  • Example

    Nickel is commonly used in stainless steel production.

  • Example

    The metal has a high resistance to corrosion.

nickel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nickel

  • Ni
  • atomic number 28

Phrases with nickel

  • to charge small amounts of money repeatedly, which can add up to a large total

    Example

    The bank was nickel and diming me with all their hidden fees.

  • a brief tour or overview of a place or thing

    Example

    The guide gave us a nickel tour of the museum before we started the full tour.

  • nickel-and-dime defense

    a defensive strategy in sports that focuses on preventing small gains by the opposing team rather than trying to stop them from making big plays

    Example

    The coach's nickel-and-dime defense helped the team win the game by limiting the other team's scoring opportunities.

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Summary: nickel in Brief

The term 'nickel' [ˈnɪkəl] refers to a hard, silvery-white metal commonly used in alloys. It is often used in the production of stainless steel and is also the material for the five-cent coin. The phrase 'nickel and dime' describes charging small amounts of money repeatedly, while 'nickel tour' refers to a brief tour or overview of a place or thing.

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