gun-metal

gun-met·al

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Definitions of gun-metal word

noun gun-metal any of various alloys or metallic substances with a dark gray or blackish color or finish, used for chains, belt buckles, etc. 1
noun gun-metal Also called gunmetal gray. a dark gray with bluish or purplish tinge. 1
noun gun-metal a bronze formerly much used for cannon. 1
noun gun-metal an alloy of 88 percent copper, 10 percent tin, and 2 percent zinc, cast or machined for use in valves, gears, and other parts. 1

before 1535

One of the 29% oldest English words

First recorded in 1535-45; gun1 + metal

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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