definition of
metal

[1] #1 metal n. [metallic element] any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.. wn

[2] #2 metal v. cover with metal. wn

[3] #3 metal n. [alloy] a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten; "brass is an alloy of zinc and copper". wn