metalloidal


met·al·loid

M0246000 (mĕt′l-oid′)n.1. A nonmetallic element, such as arsenic, that has some of the chemical properties of a metal. Most metalloids behave as semiconductors.2. A nonmetallic element, such as carbon, that can form an alloy with metals.adj. also met·al·loi·dal (mĕt′l-oid′l)1. Relating to or having the properties of a metalloid.2. Having the appearance of a metal.