Meaning : Any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc..
Synonyms : metallic element
Meaning : A mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten.
Example :
Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper.
Synonyms : alloy
Meaning : Containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal.
Example :
A metallic compound.
Metallic luster.
The strange metallic note of the meadow lark, suggesting the clash of vibrant blades.
Synonyms : metallic
Not containing or resembling or characteristic of a metal.
Nonmetallic elements.