The Clue
Mercury, for one (5 letter answer)
The Answer
METAL
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Notes
The answer METAL is seen frequently, appearing about once every 170 puzzles.
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Definition
METAL as a noun:
1. (metallic element, metal) = any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.
2. (alloy, metal) = a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten; "brass is an alloy of zinc and copper"
METAL as a verb:
1. cover with metal
METAL as an adjective:
1. (metallic, metal) = containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal; "a metallic compound"; "metallic luster"; "the strange metallic note of the meadow lark, suggesting the clash of vibrant blades"- Ambrose Bierce