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METALLINE
Etymology
Noun
metalline (uncountable)
(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.
Adjective
metalline (comparative more metalline, superlative most metalline)
(chemistry) Relating to, or resembling, a metal; metallic.
Impregnated with metallic salts; chalybeate.
Source: Wiktionary
Met"al*line, a. Etym: [Cf. F. métallin.] (Chem.) (a) Pertaining to, or resembling, a metal; metallic; as, metalline properties. (b) Impregnated with metallic salts; chalybeate; as, metalline water. [R.]
Met"al*line ( or ), n. (Chem.)
Definition: 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.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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