semimetallic

/ˌsɛmiːməˈtælɪk/
adjective
  1. Having some properties of a metal but not all; partly metallic.
    • The alloy's semimetallic nature made it useful for certain electronic components.
    • Some minerals have a semimetallic luster that is duller than true metals.
    • The semimetallic coating on the glass gave it a faint, reflective sheen.
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