Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

weld

verb
/wɛld/
Definition
To join two pieces of metal or other materials together by heating the surfaces to their melting point and allowing them to fuse together as they cool.
Examples
  • He learned to weld in vocational school.
  • The factory uses robots to weld cars together.
  • It takes skill to weld metal effectively.
Meaning
Welding is a process used in manufacturing and construction to create strong and permanent connections between metal components.
Synonyms
  • bond
  • join
  • fuse
  • attach