tutania

noun

tu·​ta·​nia

t(y)üˈtānēə

plural -s

: a silver-white alloy of tin with other metals (as antimony and copper) that is used for tableware

Word History

Etymology

William Tutin, 18th century English manufacturer + Britishannia (metal)

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