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What does nonferrous mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word nonferrous? Here's what it means.

Adjective
  1. (of a metal) not iron and not containing iron
  2. (of an alloy) containing no iron
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Secondary smelting is a related process used to recover nonferrous metals and alloys from new and used scrap and dross.
Reserves of nonferrous metals are reported to be more plentiful than reserves of iron ore.
Armenia exports chemicals, nonferrous metals, machines, precision instruments, textiles and clothing, wine, brandy, and foodstuffs.
The RVG diamond family is engineered to provide optimum performance in a wide range of nonferrous materials.
The term fluxing also includes the treatment of nonferrous melts by inert or reactive gases to remove solid or gaseous impurities.
All of the pieces are cast or constructed in nonferrous metals, so that they resonate musically.

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