Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Base Metal.
Base Metal - as a noun
A metal that is common and not considered precious
Example: "Lead, iron, copper, tin, and zinc are base metals"
Example Sentences
"He decorated his apartment with base metal candle holders."
"The jewelry was made from base metal."
"The sculpture was composed of base metal materials."
"The company manufactured base metal components for machines."
"The artist painted a base metal color onto the canvas."