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metallic

/məˈtæl.ɪk/ adjective B2
  1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of metal.
  2. Made of or containing metal.
  3. Harsh, as if coming from two metals striking one another.
  4. Having the appearance of being of polished metal.
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It is magnificent!” said Cavalcanti, who was quite confounded at the metallic sound of these golden words.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 962 · C1
In his hand he carried what appeared to be a stick, but as he laid it down upon the floor it gave a metallic clang.
The Return of Sherlock Holmes, p. 22 · C1
Then it grew louder, and suddenly there came from the window a sharp metallic snick.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 84 · B2
“One moment,” said Holmes, “are you sure about this whistle and metallic sound?
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, p. 45 · B2

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