1. (a.) Of or pertaining to a metal; Of the nature Of metal; resembling metal; as, a metallic appearance; a metallic alloy.

2. (a.) Of, pertaining to, or characterized by, the essential and implied properties of a metal, as contrasted with a nonmetal or metalloid; basic; antacid; positive.

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