metallic

• Que está hecho de metal, se parece a él o tiene sus propiedades; también se refiere a un sonido o brillo característico del metal.

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.

   metálico

   • 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.

   Sinónimosmetal

2. Resembling metalB1formal

   Having the appearance, sound, or quality of metal.

   metálico

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

   Sinónimosbrassycopperygleaminglustrousmetallikeshinysilverysteelytinny

3. Characteristic of metalB2formal

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

   Metálico (característico del metal)

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

   Sinónimosmetalmetallike

   Antónimosnonmetalnonmetallic

• Sustantivo que designa un tejido o hilo fabricado parcial o totalmente con metal, o un material con aspecto metálico.

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.

   tejido metálico

   • 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.

   Hilo metálico

   • 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.

   Sinónimostinsel