Pronunciation

/ˈæljuːmɪnəm/

Definitions

Noun

• Aluminium: A chemical element with the symbol Al and atomic number 13. It is a lightweight, silvery-white metal that is widely used in various industries due to its corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity.
• Aluminum: In American English, the spelling without the “u” is commonly used.

Verb (informal)

• To aluminium: Not a standard verb; it’s not common to use “to aluminium” in this sense.

Adjective

• Aluminous: Having a silvery appearance or reflecting light like aluminium.

Phrases

• “Made from aluminium” refers to something being crafted or composed of the metal.
• “Aluminium cans” are containers typically used for storing beverages.
• “Aluminized foil” is reflective foil used for cooking or insulation.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The new building was clad in a layer of aluminium siding.”
• Adjective: “The aluminous finish on the bicycle frame shone in the sunlight.”
• Informal: “The aluminium parts were lightweight and easy to handle.”

Synonyms (Noun)

• Aluminum (American English)
• Metal (general term)
• Aluminum alloy
• Duralumin (a specific type of aluminium)

Synonyms (Adjective)

• Silver-colored
• Reflective
• Light-weight

Please note that the verb “to aluminium” is not a recognized usage in standard English, so there are no synonyms specifically for that sense.