sheet metal

noun

: metal in the form of a sheet

Examples of sheet metal in a Sentence

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It's finished in black sheet metal, which lends it a distinctive look, and has a length of 6 m (20 ft). New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026 If that’s the case, Reisdorf said, ice has probably formed between the plastic door handle and the sheet metal. Eric D. Lawrence, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026 Best Restaurants The Lauber A lively bar and grill located in an old sheet metal factory, The Lauber is emblematic of South Bend’s rebirth. Sarah Cahalan, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026 Advertisements also must consist of black lettering on a white background and cannot cover structural or sheet metal damage or alteration, according to the bill’s details. Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sheet metal

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sheet metal was in 1852

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“Sheet metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sheet%20metal. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.

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sheet metal

noun
: metal in the form of a sheet
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