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nonaluminum

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnəˈlʊmɪnəm/

KK: /nɑnəˈluːmɪnəm/

adjective
Definition

This term describes something that does not involve or is not made of aluminum.


Example

The nonaluminum materials used in the construction are more environmentally friendly.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new cookware they released?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard it’s made from nonaluminum materials, which is great for health.
Sloth A
That's awesome! I prefer using nonaluminum stuff in my kitchen.
Sloth B
Same here! It feels safer and more eco-friendly.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
metallic
ferrous
copper
Antonyms
aluminum
lightweight
soft
Root Explanation

Nonaluminum → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "aluminum" (from Latin *alumen*, meaning bitter salt or alum). The word "nonaluminum" means not aluminum, indicating the absence of aluminum in a substance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, so nonaluminum refers to something that is not aluminum.

Visually Confused Words
aluminum
nonluminous
aluminium
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