metal

US /ˈmet̬.əl/
UK /ˈmet̬.əl/
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a solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity (e.g., iron, gold, silver, copper, and aluminum).

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The sculpture was made of polished metal.
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Copper is a common metal used in electrical wiring.
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a genre of rock music characterized by a strong beat and a loud, distorted sound, often with aggressive or dark lyrics.

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He prefers listening to heavy metal music.
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The band played a loud metal song.
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to cover or decorate with metal.

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The artisan decided to metal the edges of the wooden box for durability.
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The old door was metaled with decorative ironwork.
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