metallica

IPA/mətˈalɪkə/
KK[mətˈælɪkə]IPA/mətˈælɪkə/

metallica — noun

1. a world-famous American heavy metal band, formed in 1981 by drummer Lars Ulrich

1.nounB1
Definition

a world-famous American heavy metal band, formed in 1981 by drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist James Hetfield. Their music is known for its fast, aggressive style and has influenced rock and metal genres worldwide. They have sold millions of albums and continue to tour and release new music.

Example

Daichi first heard Metallica on the car radio when he was in high school.

proper noun as object of 'hear'

Ayana saved up for months to buy tickets for the Metallica concert in Taipei.

proper noun as modifier: 'Metallica concert'

Grammar Patterns

Metallica + singular/plural verb

Usage Note

Metallica is treated as a singular band name in American English ("Metallica is touring") but may take a plural verb in British English ("Metallica are touring").

Etymology

Englishneologism

The name was reportedly taken from a suggestion made by a friend of drummer Lars Ulrich, who was considering titles for a metal music fanzine. Ulrich liked the sound and used it for the band instead of the magazine.