Dutch word edelmetaal comes from Dutch metaal, Dutch edel (Noble.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| metaal | Dutch (nld) | (heraldry) metal. Metal (atomic element or material made of such atoms). |
| edel | Dutch (nld) | Noble. |
| edelmetaal | Dutch (nld) | Noble metal (a metal which is little (or not at all) subject to oxidation). |