welding — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The action or process of welding: The joining two materials (especially two metals) together by applying heat, pressure and filler, either separately or in any combination.

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   […] and at Dinsdale work will commence in 1957 on a depot to deal with rail welding and track pre-assembly. The plant envisaged will weld new flat-bottom rails into 180-ft. lengths for laying in selected lines.

   This type of physical testing by the non-destructive test is performed to check the welding quality in a closed container such as tanks and pressure vessels.

2. The action or process of welding: Binding together inseparably; uniting closely or intimately.

Noun

1. fastening two pieces of metal together by softening with heat and applying pressure

   Broader terms

   fasteningattachment