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foundry

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Noun — A factory where metal is melted and poured into molds to make products.

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Etymology

From French fonderie, ultimately from Latin fundere, "to pour" or "melt."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “foundry” mean?

The word “foundry” means a factory where metal is melted and poured into molds to make products. In plain terms, a place where metal is cast into shape, or in modern tech, a factory that manufactures computer chips.

How do you pronounce “foundry”?

“Foundry” is pronounced FOWN-dree (/ˈfaʊn.dɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “foundry” in a sentence?

Here is “foundry” used in a sentence: “The foundry produces custom iron parts for old machinery.”

What part of speech is “foundry”?

“Foundry” is a noun.

Where does the word “foundry” come from?

The word “foundry” comes from Latin. From French fonderie, ultimately from Latin fundere, "to pour" or "melt.".

Is “foundry” a common word?

“Foundry” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “foundry” have?

“Foundry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a factory where metal is melted and poured into molds to make products.

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