metallic material
[mə-ˈta-lik mə-ˈtir-ē-əl]
nounpl: metallic materials
material metálico
1. A substance or composition that contains metal or has metallic properties, characterized by conductivity, luster, malleability, and ductility
Aluminum is a lightweight metallic material commonly used in aerospace engineering.
O alumínio é um material metálico leve comumente usado na engenharia aeroespacial.
2. Any material composed primarily of one or more metallic elements, either pure or as alloys
Steel, a metallic material made from iron and carbon, is widely used in construction.
O aço, um material metálico feito de ferro e carbono, é amplamente utilizado na construção.
3. In manufacturing and design, a material with metallic finish or appearance
The designer chose a metallic material for the product's casing to give it a modern look.
O designer escolheu um material metálico para o revestimento do produto para lhe dar uma aparência moderna.
In Brazil, the term 'material metálico' is primarily used in industrial, manufacturing, and engineering sectors. Brazil's strong automotive and aerospace industries make this terminology common in technical documentation and professional settings. In the USA, the term is standard in engineering education and manufacturing contexts, with metallic materials being fundamental to discussions of industrial development and sustainability.
Related Idioms & Phrases
worth its weight in gold (when referring to valuable metallic materials)
strike while the iron is hot (relating to metalworking with metallic materials)
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