weld (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /wɛld/
Definition
Join two pieces of metal or plastic by heating them until they melt and fuse together upon cooling.
Examples
The technician had to weld the broken pipe to stop the leak.
She learned how to weld steel frames during her apprenticeship.
How to Use weld
- weld [something] together (phrasal verb)
- To join two or more items into one. — "They welded the broken pieces together."
- weld [something] into [something] (collocation)
- To transform or combine elements into a new form. — "The leader welded the rebels into a disciplined army."
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