sheetmetal
Translation
sheet metal
Examples
The car body is made of sheetmetal.
The car body is made of sheet metal.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a thin metal material The car body is made of sheet metal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plate, foil
Etymology
A compound word from 'sheet' (a thin, flat piece) and 'metal'. Literally a 'sheet of metal'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a sheet of paper, but made of metal. This is used for car bodies, ductwork, etc.