adjective
- containing no iron or having iron removed
Usage: technical; metallurgy
Examples
- Copper and aluminum are nonferrous metals.
- The recycling plant separates ferrous from nonferrous materials.
- Nonferrous alloys are often more resistant to corrosion.
- The company specializes in nonferrous metal production.
- Gold, silver, and platinum are valuable nonferrous metals.
- Nonferrous scrap metal commands higher prices at the yard.