precious metal
noun
a metal of the gold, silver, or platinum group.
precious metals
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pluralof precious metal.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Find insight on precious metals, Fortescue and more in the latest Market Talks covering basic materials.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
“The commercials tout the security of gold, silver and other precious metals against imminent financial chaos and tell of the benefits of ‘investing’ through Rosland Capital.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 21, 2026
After precious metals, cars are the country's second-biggest export earner to the United States, according to the South African tax authorities.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
While silver could stay volatile in the short term, Yates said Global X ETFs increasingly sees precious metals as an “interesting opportunity” for 2027.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 17, 2026
She sent out her senses, searching for precious metals, and her brain almost exploded from the feedback.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
