Foundry: meaning, definitions and examples

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foundry

 

[ หˆfaสŠndri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

industrial context

A foundry is a facility where metal castings are produced by melting metal and pouring it into molds. The processes involved in foundry work include melting metals such as iron, aluminum, and other alloys, and shaping them to create components for various industries, including automotive and construction. Foundries can differ in size and complexity, ranging from small artisan operations to large-scale industrial plants. They play a crucial role in manufacturing by providing the necessary components for machinery and infrastructure.

Synonyms

casting plant, metalworks, smelting shop

Examples of usage

  • The foundry produces thousands of metal parts daily.
  • Technicians at the foundry monitor the melting process.
  • Many foundries have implemented modern technology for better efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "foundry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fundiรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ foundry

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช GieรŸerei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pabrik peleburan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะนะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odlewnia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‹ณ้€ ๆ‰€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fonderie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fundiciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถkรผmhane

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผ์กฐ์†Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุตู†ุน ุงู„ุตุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odlevaฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odlievacรญ zรกvod

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้“ธ้€ ๅŽ‚

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ livarna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gilding

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑัŽ ะทะฐัƒั‹ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒ—แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรถkรผmxana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fundiciรณn

Etymology

The word 'foundry' originates from the Old French term 'fonderie', which itself comes from the Late Latin 'fundere' meaning 'to melt'. The term has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a place where metals are melted and molded. Historically, foundries were essential to the development of various tools, weapons, and machinery, particularly during the Industrial Revolution when the demand for cast metal products surged. Over time, foundries have evolved with advancements in technology, enabling more precise and large-scale production. The foundry industry has significantly contributed to the growth of modern society, providing essential components for a wide range of applications.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,450, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.