BRASSES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

an alloy of copper and zinc

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

a wind instrument that consists of a brass tube (usually of variable length) that is blown by means of a cup-shaped or funnel-shaped mouthpiece

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

a memorial made of brass

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Noun

an ornament or utensil made of brass

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Noun

impudent aggressiveness

Example: I couldn't believe her boldness; he had the effrontery to question my honesty

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Noun

the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something

Example: he claims that the present administration is corrupt; the governance of an association is responsible to its members; he quickly became recognized as a member of the establishment

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Noun

the section of a band or orchestra that plays brass instruments