metalwork
noun
met·al·work
ˈme-tᵊl-ˌwərk 
: the product of metalworking
especially
: a metal object of artistic merit
Examples of metalwork in a Sentence
a beautiful piece of metalwork
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Exhibits delve deeper into themes of artwork, metalwork and more.
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Susan McDonald, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Labeled Hoard 1 and Hoard 2, archaeologists explained that Hoard 1 held the largest collection of copper alloy and iron metalwork, while 88 items were found in Hoard 2.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Her jewelry similarly challenges the limits of metalwork, experimenting with texture, pattern, and fusion techniques.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
That metalwork may remain in place for life, although there are exceptions.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
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Susan McDonald, The Providence Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Labeled Hoard 1 and Hoard 2, archaeologists explained that Hoard 1 held the largest collection of copper alloy and iron metalwork, while 88 items were found in Hoard 2.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
Her jewelry similarly challenges the limits of metalwork, experimenting with texture, pattern, and fusion techniques.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
That metalwork may remain in place for life, although there are exceptions.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for metalwork
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“Metalwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/metalwork. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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