A solid material that is typically hard, shiny, malleable, fusible, and ductile, with good electrical and thermal conductivity, such as iron, gold, silver, and aluminum.

The bridge was constructed using a combination of metal and concrete.

A type of music characterized by a strong beat, amplified instrumentation, and often aggressive or rebellious themes.

He enjoys listening to heavy metal bands like Metallica and Iron Maiden.

Molten glass before it is blown or cast.

The artisan carefully shaped the metal into a beautiful vase.

Broken stone, gravel, or similar hard material used to surface roads or paths.

After the rain, the workers spread fresh metal on the country lane.

metalverb

metalling

Gerund

metaled

Past Simple

metaled

Past Participle

metaling

Gerund

/ˈmɛt.əl/

/ˈmɛt̬.əl/

Chiefly British; means to surface a road with broken stone or to coat with metal.

Definitions

To surface or pave (a road, track, etc.) with broken stone, gravel, or similar material.

The rural roads were metalled during the summer to improve access.

To coat, plate, or impregnate with metal.

The company metals the plastic components to provide electromagnetic shielding.

Synonyms

cover with metal

sheath with metal

alloy (with)

silver (verb)

metaladjective

Definitions

Relating to or resembling metal; having the characteristics of metal, such as being shiny, hard, or conductive.

The sculpture had a metal sheen that caught the sunlight beautifully.

Pertaining to a genre of rock music characterized by a heavy use of electric guitars, strong rhythms, and often aggressive or dark themes.

The band played a metal concert that left the audience energized and exhilarated.