ˈbrɪmɪŋəm

Definitions

1. proper noun

a city located in the West Midlands, England, UK

“The city of Birmingham is known for its rich cultural heritage and historic landmarks.”

2. noun

a unit of measurement, especially in the UK, equal to 1/240 of a quarter of a ton

“The construction company used several birminghams of steel to build the new skyscraper.”

3. verb

to make something, especially a metal alloy, by adding birmingham (a mixture of iron, steel, and other metals)

“The engineer birminghamed the metal to create a stronger alloy for the aircraft.”

4. noun

a mixture of iron, steel, and other metals used to create stronger alloys

“The metallurgist worked with the birmingham to develop a new material for the aerospace industry.”