Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puddling
Noun
/ˈpʌd.lɪŋ/
Definition
Puddling is a process in metallurgy, particularly in iron-making, where molten iron is stirred to remove impurities and produce a higher quality product.
Examples
- During the industrial revolution, puddling became a key technique for producing wrought iron.
- He watched as the puddling furnace glowed, signaling that it was time to harvest the refined iron.
Meaning
The term puddling refers to both the method of refining iron and can colloquially imply the act of mixing substances together.
Synonyms
- Refining
- Purifying
- Mixing
