Definition

A person who tests and analyzes metals to determine their composition and quality.

Example

The assayer confirmed that the gold was of high purity.

Conversation

Have you ever met an assayer before?

No, I haven't! What do they do exactly?

They test metals to see how pure they are, like for gold.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to learn more about that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Assayer → It is formed from "assay" (from Old French *assai*, meaning trial or test) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An assayer is a person who tests or analyzes the quality of a substance, typically metals or minerals.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'testing' ('assay') something — the '-er' indicates that this person is the one performing the test.

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