METALLOID
(adj.sat, noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Metalloid.
Metalloid - as an adjective satellite
Of or being a nonmetallic element that has some of the properties of metal
Example: "Arsenic is a metalloid element"
Metalloid - as a noun
An element, such as silicon or germanium, intermediate in properties between that of a metal and a nonmetal; especially one that exhibits the external characteristics of a metal, but behaves chemically more as a nonmetal.
The metallic base of a fixed alkali, or alkaline earth; applied to sodium, potassium, and some other metallic substances whose metallic character was supposed to be not well defined.
Metalloid - as an adjective
Of or relating to the metalloids.
Characteristic of the metal music genre.
Example Sentences
"Boron is classified as a metalloid and exhibits both metallic and nonmetallic properties."
"Silicon is a widely used metalloid in the production of semiconductors."
"Arsenic is a toxic metalloid that can be found in contaminated groundwater."
"The metalloid germanium has electrical properties that make it suitable for use in transistors."
"Antimony, a brittle metalloid, is used as a flame retardant in some products."
Word Game Points
Is METALLOID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, metalloid is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
METALLOID has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is METALLOID a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, metalloid is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMETALLOID has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is METALLOID a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, metalloid is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMETALLOID has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
