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weld
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- pronunciation:
- weld
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
welds, welding, welded |
| definition 1: |
to fuse metal or plastic by the application of heat, followed either by pressure or by addition of a molten filler material.
The only way you can fix this cracked pipe is to weld it back together.
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| definition 2: |
to bring two separate entities into complete union or harmony.
He welded the two groups into one powerful organization. |
| definition 3: |
to form or create by welding.
He's welding a new sculpture. |
| related words: |
coalesce, combine, joint, merge, secure |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
capable of being welded.
This metal welds easily. |
| related words: |
coalesce |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a connection formed by welding.
The problem was caused by a poor weld. |
| related words: |
join |
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| derivation: |
welder (n.) |
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