Metal

usgb/ˈmetl/
noun

A strong material that can be solid or liquid, conducts heat and electricity, and does not absorb light.

Iron, copper, and aluminum are all types of metal.
Visual representation of "metal" - A strong material that can be solid or liquid, conducts heat and electricity, and does not absorb light

Often appears as...

  • sheet of metal
  • metal objects
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Physical States

Metal can refer to both solid materials like steel and liquid metals like mercury.

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The sculpture was made of solid metal, unlike the liquid metal used in thermometers.
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Conductivity

Metals can conduct electricity; wires are often made of metal like copper.

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Be careful with that wire; it's made of metal and can shock you.
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Common Uses

Many everyday items are made of metal, such as cutlery, tools, and coins.

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I dropped a metal fork on the floor, and it clattered loudly.
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