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Word: Metallic
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
late Middle English: via Latin from Greek metallikos, from metallon (see metal)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
mɪˈtalɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
relating to or resembling metal or metals
Short Definition:relating to or resembling metal
Examples:- metallic alloys
- a curious metallic taste
Word: Metallic
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
mɪˈtalɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a paint, fabric, or colour with a metallic sheen
Short Definition:iridescent paint, fabric, etc.
Examples:- ultra-bright solid colours, pearls, metallics, and more
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