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ster·ling
 sterling
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- pronunciation:
- stuhr
lIng
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or made of the very finest silver, or 92.5% pure.
I have several sterling silver picture frames at home. |
| definition 2: |
excellent or very fine.
He has a sterling record at school.- antonyms:
- poor
- similar words:
- ace
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| related words: |
excellent, superior, superlative |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
British money.
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| definition 2: |
fine silver used in making dishes, silverware, and jewelry.
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