metallically

me·tal·lic

M m

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [muh-tal-ik]
- /məˈtæl ɪk/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [muh-tal-ik]
- /məˈtæl ɪk/

Definitions of metallically word

adjective metallically of, relating to, or consisting of metal. 1
adjective metallically of the nature of or suggesting metal, as in luster, resonance, or hardness: metallic green; a harsh metallic sound. 1
adjective metallically Chemistry. (of a metal element) being in the free or uncombined state: metallic iron. containing or yielding metal. 1
noun metallically Textiles. a yarn or fiber made partly or entirely of metal and having a metallic appearance. a fabric made of such a yarn or fiber. 1
noun metallically With reference to metal. 1

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Origin of metallically

First appearance:

before 1560

One of the 32% oldest English words

1560-70; < Latin metallicus < Greek metallikós of, for mines. See metal, -ic

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Parts of speech for Metallically

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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