metalline Meaning, Definition & Usage
Met"al*line adjective
Etymology
Cf. F.Definitions
(Chem.) (a) Pertaining to, or resembling, a metal; metallic; as, .metalline properties(b) Impregnated with metallic salts; chalybeate; R.as, .metalline water
Met"al*line noun
Definitions
(Chem.) A substance of variable composition, but resembling a soft, dark-colored metal, used in the bearings of machines for obviating friction, and as a substitute for lubricants.
