Precious metal: meaning, definitions and examples

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precious metal

 

[ ˈpreʃəs ˈmɛtəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

investment

A rare and valuable metal, often used as a store of value or for investment purposes. Precious metals include gold, silver, platinum, and palladium.

Synonyms

rare metal, valuable metal

Examples of usage

  • Many investors consider precious metals a safe haven during economic uncertainty.
  • Precious metals are often traded on commodity exchanges worldwide.
Context #2 | Noun

jewelry

A type of metal that is highly valued for its beauty and rarity, commonly used in the production of luxury items such as jewelry and watches.

Synonyms

fine metal, luxury metal

Examples of usage

  • She wore a necklace adorned with precious metals and gemstones.
  • The watch was made of precious metal and had intricate engravings.

Translations

Translations of the word "precious metal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 metal precioso

🇮🇳 कीमती धातु

🇩🇪 Edelmetall

🇮🇩 logam mulia

🇺🇦 дорогоцінний метал

🇵🇱 metal szlachetny

🇯🇵 貴金属 (ききんぞく)

🇫🇷 métal précieux

🇪🇸 metal precioso

🇹🇷 değerli metal

🇰🇷 귀금속 (gwigeumso)

🇸🇦 معدن ثمين

🇨🇿 drahý kov

🇸🇰 drahý kov

🇨🇳 贵金属 (guì jīnshǔ)

🇸🇮 plemenita kovina

🇮🇸 gullna málmur

🇰🇿 құнды металл

🇬🇪 ძვირფასი ლითონი

🇦🇿 qiymətli metal

🇲🇽 metal precioso

Word origin

The use of precious metals dates back thousands of years, with civilizations valuing these metals for their rarity and beauty. Gold, in particular, has held a special significance throughout history, often associated with wealth, power, and prestige. Silver, platinum, and palladium have also played important roles in various cultures, symbolizing luxury and prosperity. Today, precious metals continue to hold value as both investment assets and decorative materials in the jewelry industry.