weld
Translation
to weld, to fuse
Examples
He learned to weld metal parts.
He learned to weld metal parts.
They welded the two pipes together.
They welded the two pipes together.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to join metal pieces using heat He learned to weld metal parts.
((sth.)) together to join (sth.) together They welded the two pipes together.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fuse, join, solder, braze
Etymology
From Middle English 'wellen' (to boil, to melt metal). Related to German 'wallen' (to boil).
Memory Tips
Imagine two pieces of metal getting 'well' acquainted by melting and joining together.