welding
ˈwɛldɪŋ
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Definition of welding - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
metalworkTECH.joining materials using heat and pressureTECH.
  • Welding is essential in building bridges.
fusing joining soldering
2.
figurativeDatedstrong union or connectionDated
  • Their friendship was a result of years of welding through shared experiences.
bonding fusion

Adjective

metalworkTECH.related to joining metal parts by heat and pressureTECH.
  • The welding seam was smooth and strong.
bonded fused
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Expressions with welding

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method of joining metal parts by heat produced from electric current
Electric welding is widely used when building steel bridges and frames.
tools and machines used to join metal parts using intense heat
The workshop stores all welding equipment in a locked cabinet.
metal rod used to join materials by welding
He picked up a welding rod to fuse the metal pieces.
device for joining metals by melting them
The welding machine was used to fix the broken gate.
welding technique using heat from friction
Friction welding is used in the aerospace industry.
metal rod or wire that carries welding current to joined metal parts
He selected a thicker welding electrode for the heavy steel beams.

Origin of welding

Old English, weldan (to wield)

Terms with welding included in their meaning

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education
school teaching practical skills like welding and plumbing
joint type
joint formed by welding
metalwork
person who joins metal pieces by welding
equipment
tool used for joining metal pieces by welding
gas
colorless flammable gas used in welding
Arabbr.
abr: Argon
colorless gas used in lights and welding
welding
flame moving down a welding hose
welding workpiece
metal to be welded rather than used to weld

Examples of welding in a sentence

  • Welding is a crucial skill in shipbuilding.
  • The welding of their ideas led to a groundbreaking project.
  • The welding of the two companies created a powerful new entity.
  • The welding torch was left on the table.
  • He admired the welding technique used in the sculpture.

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  1. French:soudure, de soudure, ...
  2. German:Schweißen, schweißtechnisch, ...
  3. Italian:saldatura, di saldatura, ...
  4. Spanish:soldadura, de soldadura, ...
  5. Portuguese:soldadura, de solda, ...
  6. Chinese:焊接, 焊接的, ...
  7. Japanese:溶接, 溶接の, ...
  8. Arabic:لِحام, لِحامِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:רִתּוּךְ, מְרוּתָךְ, ...
  10. Russian:сварка, сварочный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зварювання, зварний, ...
  12. Hindi:वेल्डिंग, वेल्ड-संबंधी, ...
weld
wɛld
weld: joint formed by welding
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Definition of weld - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
joint typeTECH.joint formed by weldingTECH.
  • The weld between the pipes must be inspected..
2.
botanyDatedplant used to make yellow dyeDated
  • Weld was historically used for dyeing fabrics.
dyer's rocket dyer's weed

Verb

tr.
1.
metals joiningTECH.join metals by heating and allowing them to cool and fuseTECH.
  • The workers weld the steel beams together for the structure..
bond fuse solder
2.
unityunite people or ideas closely
  • The leader's speech helped weld the team together.
fuse unify
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  • weld: joint formed by welding
    joint formed by welding
  • weld: plant used to make yellow dye
    plant used to make yellow dye

Expressions with weld

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create a strong bond between people
The team activities helped weld together the group.
line where two parts are joined together by melted filler metal
Inspect the weld seam carefully for any signs of cracks.
raised line of fused metal formed when joining metal parts
The inspector checked each weld bead for cracks and uneven spots.
welding process that joins materials without heat
The technician used a cold weld to join the aluminum sheets..
type of weld used to join two surfaces at right angles
The engineer inspected the fillet weld for any signs of weakness..
join metal pieces with small circular welds
They spot-weld the car panels together.

Origin of weld

Old English, wealdan (to control)

Examples of weld in a sentence

  • Inspect the weld for any flaws.
  • The artist used weld to achieve a bright yellow hue.
  • Weld was cultivated in gardens for its dye properties.
  • They will weld the broken parts of the gate.
  • He learned to weld at a young age.
  • The workshop aims to weld different cultures into a cohesive community.

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  1. French:soudure, souder, ...
  2. German:Schweißnaht, schweißen, ...
  3. Italian:saldatura, saldare, ...
  4. Spanish:soldadura, soldar, ...
  5. Portuguese:solda, soldar, ...
  6. Chinese:焊缝, 焊接, ...
  7. Japanese:溶接部, 溶接する, ...
  8. Arabic:وَصْلَة لِحام, لَحَمَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:תֶּפֶר רִיתּוּךְ, לְרַתֵּךְ, ...
  10. Russian:сварной шов, сваривать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зварний шов, зварювати, ...
  12. Hindi:वेल्ड, वेल्ड करना, ...
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