metalliclayer

noun
UK /məˈtæl.ɪk ˈleɪ.ər/
US /məˈtæl.ɪk ˈleɪ.ɚ/

A thin sheet of shiny metal that covers something.

The robot has a metallic layer that makes it shine in the sun.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A layer of metal-like paint or finish applied to a surface.

The car's metallic layer gave it a sparkling silver look.

3. A stratum of metal-rich rock or mineral in the ground.

Miners found a metallic layer beneath the clay.

4. A thin metallic film used in electronics or packaging.

The chip is protected by a metallic layer that blocks interference.