metallic

• Aus Metall bestehend, Metall enthaltend oder wie Metall aussehend, klingend bzw. wirkend.

Describing something that is made of, resembles, or has the qualities of metal.

1. Made of or containing metalB1formal

   Composed of, containing, or derived from metal.

   metallisch

   • The sculpture has a metallic surface that reflects light.
   • They used a metallic alloy for the engine parts.
   • The metallic frame of the building is very sturdy.

   Synonymemetal

2. Resembling metalB1formal

   Having the appearance, sound, or quality of metal.

   Metallisch

   • The paint gives the car a shiny metallic finish.
   • Her voice had a harsh, metallic tone.
   • The coin had a bright metallic luster.

   Synonymebrassycopperygleaminglustrousmetallikeshinysilverysteelytinny

3. Characteristic of metalB2formal

   Exhibiting properties typical of metals, such as hardness, luster, or conductivity.

   metallisch

   • The metallic clang echoed through the workshop.
   • The ore has a distinct metallic odor.
   • The metallic taste in his mouth was unpleasant.

   Synonymemetalmetallike

   Antonymenonmetalnonmetallic

• Substantiv, das einen Stoff oder ein Garn bezeichnet, das teilweise oder vollständig aus Metall hergestellt ist (Metallic-Effekt).

A noun referring to a fabric or yarn that is made partly or entirely of metal.

1. metallic fabricB1formal

   A woven material made using yarn that is partially or entirely composed of metal threads.

   Metallgewebe

   • The designer used a shiny metallic fabric for the evening gown.
   • Metallic fabrics are often used in costumes and decorative textiles.
   • This jacket is lined with a lightweight metallic fabric for a modern look.
   • She chose a silver metallic fabric to upholster her vintage chair.

2. metallic yarnB1formal

   A type of thread or yarn that is made partly or entirely from metal, used in knitting, weaving, or embroidery.

   Metallgarn

   • He knitted a scarf using a blend of wool and metallic yarn.
   • Metallic yarn adds a festive sparkle to handmade decorations.
   • The embroidery was done with fine gold metallic yarn.
   • Craft stores sell metallic yarn in various colors for holiday projects.

   Synonymetinsel