nonferrous
/ˌnɑnˈfɛrəs/
adjective
- Containing little or no iron; not made of or including iron.
- Nonferrous alloys like brass are popular for decorative hardware because they don't rust.
- The recycling center separates ferrous from nonferrous materials for processing.
- Aluminum and copper are common nonferrous metals used in electrical wiring.
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