What is the meaning of heavy metal?

noun

  • A metal of relatively high density (specific gravity greater than about 5) or of high relative atomic weight (especially one that is poisonous like mercury or lead. )
  • Loud and harsh sounding rock music with a strong beat; lyrics usually involve violent or fantastic imagery.
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