1. v. & n.
--v.tr. solder with an alloy of brass and zinc at a high temperature.
--n.
1. a brazed joint.
2 the alloy used for brazing.
Etymology: F braser solder f. braise live coals 2. v.tr.
1. a make of brass. b cover or ornament with brass.
2 make hard like brass.
Etymology: OE br{aelig}sen f. br{aelig}s BRASS