nonferrous Hear it!

nonferrous Definition

non·fer·rous (nän′fer′əs)

adjective

  1. not made of or containing iron
  2. designating or of metals other than iron

  • nonfertile
  • nonfestive
  • nonfeudal
  • nonfiction
  • nonfictional
  • nonfiduciary
  • nonfigurative
  • nonfilterable
  • nonfinancial
  • nonfireproof
  • nonfiscal
  • nonfissile
  • nonfissionable
  • nonflammable
  • nonflowering
  • nonflowing
  • nonfluctuating
  • nonflying
nonferrous Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • metal: Facilities are available for working in steel and some nonferrous metals, and for precise working in hardwoods, softwoods and panel products.
  • manufacturer: Ferrous and nonferrous metals Manufacturers recycle 100 % of the materials collected.