Cupel
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkjuːpəl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cupel is a noun meaning A small circular receptacle used in assaying gold or silver with lead.
Meaning
A small circular receptacle used in assaying gold or silver with lead.
More Meanings
- To refine or assay using a cupel.
Word Forms
- cupels
- cupeling
- cupelling
- cupeled
- cupelled
Synonyms for cupel
Depending on context, synonyms include cupellate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include puncheon, cuvette, aludel, capsule, picker, ladle.
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