Pewter

Alternative forms

• pewtre

Origin

From Old French peautre, from Vulgar Latin *peltrum ("pewter"), which is of uncertain origin. Possibly related to spelter.

Full definition of pewter

Noun

1. An alloy of approximately 93–98% tin, 1–2% copper, and the balance of antimony.
2. (historical) An alloy of tin and lead.
3. items made of pewter.
4. A dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.

Adjective

adjective

1. Of a dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.

Derived terms

• pewterer
• pewterware