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metal

metal /ˈmɛtl̟/ noun
plural metals
metal
/ˈmɛtl̟/
noun
plural metals
Britannica Dictionary definition of METAL
: a substance (such as gold, tin, or copper) that usually has a shiny appearance, is a good conductor of electricity and heat, can be melted, and is usually capable of being shaped
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often used before another noun see also heavy metal, sheet metal, precious metal at precious

put the pedal to the metal

see 1pedal