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sol·der
 solder
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- pronunciation:
- sa
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 r
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
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noun |
| definition 1: |
any of various alloys, usu. of lead and tin, that may be applied in a molten state to the juncture of metal edges to make a connection.
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| definition 2: |
any substance that joins things together.
- similar words:
- adhesive
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| related words: |
cement |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
solders, soldering, soldered |
| definition 1: |
to use an alloy in a molten state to fuse (pieces, edges, joints, or the like).
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| definition 2: |
to connect or repair, as if by using solder.
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| related words: |
join, joint, secure |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to join things together with solder or other bonding material.
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| derivations: |
solderable (adj.), solderless (adj.), solderer (n.) |
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