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solder

Pronunciation: /ˈsəʊldə, ˈsɒldə/
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Definition of solder

noun

[mass noun]
  • a low-melting alloy, especially one based on lead and tin or (for higher temperatures) on brass or silver, used for joining less fusible metals: remove the fitting using a blowtorch to melt the solder [count noun]:the Roman silversmith did indeed use several different solders

verb

[with object]
  • join with solder: the wires to this clip are soldered to the circuit board (as adjective soldered)the soldered terminal joints

Derivatives

solderable

adjective

solderer

noun

Origin:

Middle English: from Old French soudure, from the verb souder, from Latin solidare 'fasten together', from solidus 'solid'

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