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Metal Dross Crossword Clue

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noun

• the scum formed by oxidation at the surface of molten metals

verb

• convert into slag

37%9 Removing dross from molten metal
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32%8Dross
noun

• worthless or dangerous material that should be removed

• the condition of being impure

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New York Times20 Aug 1989 Down 115
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