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cru·ci·ble

crucible

 
pronunciation:
kru sih bl
part of speech: noun
definition 1: a vessel used at high temperatures, esp. to melt metals or minerals.
definition 2: any extremely trying experience or test.
the crucible of war
similar words:
cross