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Weld

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Verb — To join two pieces of metal by heating them until they fuse, often with added filler material.

How to use Weld

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weld metal a strong weld weld together

Etymology

From Middle English forms related to Old English words connected to the dye-plant "woad" — the sense shifted over time toward the modern metalworking meaning, likely through a separate but visually similar word for "to well up" or "swell."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Weld” mean?

The word “Weld” means to join two pieces of metal by heating them until they fuse, often with added filler material. In plain terms, to fuse metal pieces together with heat, or the joint that results.

How do you pronounce “Weld”?

“Weld” is pronounced wehld (/wɛld/ in IPA).

How do you use “Weld” in a sentence?

Here is “Weld” used in a sentence: “He welded the broken bracket back onto the trailer.”

What part of speech is “Weld”?

Depending on how it is used, “Weld” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “Weld” come from?

The word “Weld” comes from Old English.

Is “Weld” a common word?

“Weld” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Weld” have?

“Weld” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to join two pieces of metal by heating them until they fuse, often with added filler material.

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