Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smelter

noun

/ˈsmɛltər/

Definition

A facility where metal is extracted from its ore by heating and melting it.

Examples

The smelter operated around the clock to meet the demand for copper.
After mining, the ore was transported to the smelter for processing.
The company’s new smelter will increase production capacity significantly.

Meaning

The term ‘smelter’ refers to a place, typically an industrial site, where metal is obtained from its raw materials, or ores, through the process of smelting. This involves heating the ore to a point where it liquefies, allowing for the separation of the metal from impurities.