Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hot-tear
Noun
hɒt tɪr
Definition
A hot-tear is a type of defect that can occur in a material during the cooling process, often associated with metals and alloys.
Examples
- The blacksmith noticed a hot-tear forming in the iron as it cooled too rapidly.
- The engineer analyzed the hot-tear to prevent future occurrences in manufacturing.
- Hot-tears can compromise the structural integrity of castings.
Meaning
It refers to cracks or fractures that develop in materials when they cool down too quickly or undergo stress while still hot.
Synonyms
- crack
- fracture
- break
