What does metalline mean?
Metalline means (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
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Meaning
(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..
Definitions by Sense
- (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.
- (chemistry) Relating to, or resembling, a metal; metallic.
- Impregnated with metallic salts; chalybeate.
Example Sentences
metalline properties
metalline water
Synonyms for metalline
Antonyms for metalline
Related Words
Word Forms
- more metalline
- most metalline
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metalline properties
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