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Definition of gunmetal

gunmetal

/ˈɡʌnˌmɛt.əl/
gun · met · al
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• noun

1

A dark, metallic grey color with a slightly bluish or purplish tinge, resembling the finish of older firearms.

Example

"She chose a sleek sports car painted in a striking shade of gunmetal."

2

A type of bronze alloy composed primarily of copper, tin, and a small amount of zinc, historically used to cast heavy firearms and cannons.

Example

"The antique cannon was cast from heavy gunmetal, which had weathered over the centuries into a rich patina."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in the late 19th century as a compound of 'gun' and 'metal', initially referring to the type of bronze alloy formerly used to cast cannons and heavy firearms.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gunmetal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gunmetal
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