Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Cupel.
Cupel - as a noun
A small porous bowl made of bone ash used in assaying to separate precious metals from e.g. lead
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bone-ash cuprefractory potCupel - as a verb
To refine by means of a cupel.
Example Sentences
"The cupel is used in assaying to separate noble metals from impurities."
"The cupel is made of bone ash or other absorbent material."
"A cupel is placed in a furnace to heat and melt the material being assayed."
"After heating, the cupel absorbs impurities and leaves behind the pure metal."
"The cupel is an essential component in the fire assay process."
Word Game Points
Is CUPEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cupel is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CUPEL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is CUPEL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cupel is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCUPEL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is CUPEL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cupel is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCUPEL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
