Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smeltery
Noun
/ˈsmɛltəri/
Definition
A smeltery is a place where metal ores are melted and processed to extract metals from their ores.
Examples
- The ancient civilization built a smeltery to refine their iron ore.
- In the smeltery, workers carefully control the temperature to produce high-quality metal.
- Many smelteries were established during the industrial revolution, leading to increased metal production.
Meaning
It refers specifically to the facility or site where the process of smelting occurs, particularly involving metals like iron, copper, or gold.
Synonyms
- Smelting plant
- Metal foundry
- Furnace
