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swage

Syllabification: (swage)
Pronunciation: /swāj/

Definition of swage

noun

  • 1a shaped tool or die for giving a desired form to metal by hammering or pressure.
  • 2a groove, ridge, or other molding on an object.

verb

[with object]
  • shape (metal) using a swage, especially in order to reduce its cross section.
  • [with adverbial] join (metal pieces) together by swaging process.

Origin:

late Middle English (swage (sense 2 of the noun)): from Old French souage 'decorative groove', of unknown origin

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