brass
//brɑːs//
Noun
brassSingular
brassesPlural
1
A yellow alloy of copper and zinc, used for decorative objects and musical instruments.
The door handle is made of brass.
2
Musical instruments made of brass, forming a section of an orchestra or band.
The brass section played beautifully during the concert.
3
High-ranking military officers or officials (informal).
The brass decided to change the military strategy.
4
Bold self-assurance; nerve or audacity.
She had the brass to ask for a raise after only one week on the job.
5
Money (British slang).
I haven't got enough brass to buy a new car.
Adjective
brassCanonical form
1
Made of or resembling brass.
The brass doorknob gleamed in the sunlight.