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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

gunlom
gunmaker
gunman
gunmetal
gunnel
gunner
gunnera

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.

Usage Trend

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 Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gunmetal
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