metalliccoat

noun
UK /məˈtæl.ɪk.kəʊt/
US /məˈtæl.ɪk.koʊt/

A shiny paint or layer that makes something look like metal.

The toy car has a bright metalliccoat that sparkles in the sun.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A thin layer of metal put on a surface.

The factory added a metalliccoat to the screws so they would not rust.

3. The shiny outer skin of some insects or fish.

The beetle's metalliccoat flashed green and gold.

4. A protective covering that looks like metal.

The old gate was given a metalliccoat to make it look new.