metallic

//məˈtælɪk//
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Adjective

metallicCanonical form
more metallicComparative
most metallicSuperlative
1

Made of, containing, or resembling metal.

The car has a beautiful metallic finish.

2

Having a sharp, ringing sound like that produced when metal is struck.

The coins made a metallic sound when they hit the floor.

3

Having a shiny, lustrous appearance characteristic of metal.

She wore a dress with a metallic sheen that sparkled under the lights.