metalline English

Meaning metalline meaning

What does metalline mean?

metalline noun

— (chemistry, dated) A substance of variable composition, but resembling a soft, dark-coloured metal, used in the bearings of machines to reduce friction, and as a substitute for lubricants.

metalline adjective

— (chemistry) Relating to, or resembling, a metal; metallic.

— Impregnated with metallic salts; chalybeate.

Synonyms metalline synonyms

What other words have the same or similar meaning as metalline?

metalline English » English

metalliferous

metallic

metal-bearing

metal