Solder is a metal alloyA mixture of two or more metals, or a metal with another element. used to joinTo connect separate parts so they become one unit. pieces together when meltedChanged from solid to liquid by heat., and solder can also mean to join things with that material.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈsɑdɚ/
Easy pronunciation: SAH-der (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
Noun sense: the metal alloy used to join metal surfaces.
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Solder Meaning
a metal material used to join pieces together
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an alloy, usually of lead and tin, that is melted to join metal surfaces
Example: He used solder to fix the broken wire connection.
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Other Meanings of Solder
Meaning 2
to join metal parts by melting solder between them
Part of speech: verb
Definition: join or fuse with solder
Example: Solder these two pipes together.
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse solder with the verb "soldering" in electronics, but the word can also be a noun for the material itself.
- The spelling is sometimes mixed up with "soldier," but they are different words and have different meanings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does solder mean?
Solder can mean the metal alloy used to join pieces together, or the act of joining metal parts with that material.
Is solder a noun or a verb?
It can be both. As a noun, it means the joining material. As a verb, it means to join things with solder.
What is a simple example of solder?
You can say, "She soldered the wire back together."
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