Metal
Pronunciation: /ˈmɛtəl/
Metal (noun)
- A solid material that is usually shiny, hard, and a good conductor of electricity.
- A type of loud, energetic music with electric guitars and strong rhythms.
- An element that forms positive ions and has metallic bonds.
Examples
- The sculpture was made of a shiny metal.
- Metal is often used in construction for its strength.
Common collocations: shiny metal, metal surface, metal structure, metal band, metal concert