Metalworking: meaning, definitions and examples

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metalworking

 

[ ˈmɛtəlwərkɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

craftsmanship

Metalworking is the process of shaping and manipulating metal to create objects, structures, or artworks. It involves techniques such as forging, casting, cutting, and welding.

Synonyms

metal craft, metal fabrication

Examples of usage

  • Metalworking has been an essential skill for centuries, used to make tools, weapons, and decorative items.
  • The art of metalworking requires precision and creativity to turn raw materials into beautiful finished products.
Context #2 | Noun

industry

Metalworking also refers to the industry that produces metal products on a large scale. This includes manufacturing processes like stamping, machining, and extrusion.

Synonyms

metal industry, metal manufacturing

Examples of usage

  • The metalworking industry plays a crucial role in supplying materials for construction, automotive, and aerospace sectors.
  • Modern metalworking factories utilize advanced technology to increase efficiency and quality of metal products.

Translations

Translations of the word "metalworking" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trabalhos em metal

🇮🇳 धातु-काम

🇩🇪 Metallbearbeitung

🇮🇩 pekerjaan logam

🇺🇦 металообробка

🇵🇱 obróbka metali

🇯🇵 金属加工

🇫🇷 travail des métaux

🇪🇸 trabajo en metal

🇹🇷 metal işleme

🇰🇷 금속 가공

🇸🇦 العمل بالمعادن

🇨🇿 zpracování kovů

🇸🇰 spracovanie kovov

🇨🇳 金属加工

🇸🇮 obdelava kovin

🇮🇸 málmvinnsla

🇰🇿 метал өңдеу

🇬🇪 ლითონების დამუშავება

🇦🇿 metal işləmə

🇲🇽 trabajo en metal

Etymology

The history of metalworking dates back thousands of years to ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Initially, metalworking techniques were limited to simple tools and weapons made from copper, bronze, and iron. Over time, advancements in metallurgy and technology led to the development of more sophisticated metalworking processes, allowing for the creation of intricate jewelry, armor, and architectural elements. Today, metalworking continues to be an important craft and industry, shaping the world around us with its diverse applications.

See also: metal, metalcore, metallic, metalworker.