ingot
What is another word for ingot? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A solid block of metal, formed by pouring molten metal and letting it cool.
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How to use ingot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gold ingot
steel ingot
silver ingot
cast into ingots
It is a neutral word used in metalworking, mining and finance.
Etymology
The word comes from Middle English ingot, meaning a mould for casting metal. Its origin is uncertain, and it may be the same word as Middle French lingot.
Full origin of ingot →Frequently asked questions
What is an ingot?
An ingot is a solid block of fairly pure metal, made by pouring molten metal and letting it cool.
What shape is an ingot?
Ingots are often brick-like, and often trapezoidal in cross-section, though they do not have to be.
How do you pronounce ingot?
It is pronounced ING-gut, with the stress on the first syllable.
