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type metal

–noun
an alloy for making printing types, consisting chiefly of lead and antimony, and sometimes small quantities of tin, copper, etc.

Origin:
1790–1800
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type metal  
n.   Printing
An alloy used for making metal type, consisting mainly of lead, antimony, and tin.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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