Assayers

/æˈseɪərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of assayer; multiple people who test or analyze compositions of metals and materials.

Etymology

From assayer + -s (plural). Standard plural formation.

Kelly Says

Historic guilds of assayers had strict standards and training—being an assayer meant you had specialized knowledge that took years to master.

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