solder — a fusible metal alloy used to join other metals together
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a fusible metal alloy used to join other metals together
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɑːldər/
Example Sentences
- My dad tried to solder a broken toy, but ended up creating a modern art sculpture instead.
- The electronics technician used precision solder to repair the smartphone.
- Without proper solder, the circuit would be as reliable as a chocolate teapot.
solder
NOUN[/ˈsɑːldər/]
a fusible metal alloy used to join other metals together
He carefully uses solder to join two copper wires on the circuit board.
The older he gets, the bolder his solder!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'soudure' meaning a joining or sealing, derived from Latin 'solidare' meaning to make solid or firm, from 'solidus' meaning solid.
Breakdown
Latin 'solidus' (solid) + '-are' (verb suffix) + Old French '-ure' (noun suffix) = soudure, then adopted into Middle English as solder
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📝Examples
“My dad tried to solder a broken toy, but ended up creating a modern art sculpture instead.”
“The electronics technician used precision solder to repair the smartphone.”
“Without proper solder, the circuit would be as reliable as a chocolate teapot.”
“She learned to solder components during her engineering course.”
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