Definition of "metallic" []

• Of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a metal. (adjective)
• Containing a metal: a metallic compound. (adjective)
• Having a quality suggesting or associated with metal, especially: (adjective)
• Lustrous; sparkling: metallic colors. (adjective)
• Sharp-tasting: an unpleasant, metallic flavor. (adjective)

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• ""Ten fella three times, Billy," Sheldon said encouragingly, though there was a certain metallic rasp in his voice."
• "The Japanese Kanji symbol for "luck" in metallic copper fired onto translucent, purple glass."
• "Since then, the marketing for the assured summer blockbuster has steadily increased as we near its May 2nd release date, so much so I feel like we're drowning in metallic red and gold."