While "meddle" sounds similar, it's not a true homophone as the pronunciation differs slightly.
However, there are a few words that are *near homophones* to metal:
* "medal" - This word has a similar pronunciation but refers to an award.
* "mettle" - While not pronounced identically, this word is close in sound and has a similar meaning to "metal" in some contexts, referring to courage or strength.
Ultimately, there's no single perfect homophone for "metal."