This is the 12877th most frequent Russian word.
латунь
Brass (a metal alloy of copper and zinc).
In this sentence, 'латунь' refers to brass as a material utilized in manufacturing.
Латунь используется для изготовления музыкальных инструментов.
Brass is used for making musical instruments.
Here 'латунь' denotes the material brass from which the items are made.
Старинные статуэтки из латуни имеют особую ценность.
Antique brass statuettes have special value.
In this sentence, 'латунная' (brass) describes the lamp, attributing its material.