Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pinchbeck

noun

/ˈpɪnʧˌbɛk/

Definition

A type of metal alloy made from zinc and copper, often used as a substitute for gold.

Examples

The jewelry was made of pinchbeck and looked beautiful but was not real gold.
He offered a pinchbeck watch as a gift, but it lacked the true craftsmanship of a genuine timepiece.

Meaning

Pinchbeck refers to something that is not genuine, often used to describe items that appear valuable or high-quality but are actually cheap imitations.