Smelter: meaning, definitions and examples
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smelter
[ ˈsmɛltər ]
metal production
A smelter is an industrial facility where metal is extracted from its ore through a process involving heating and melting. This process separates the metal from impurities and other elements present in the ore.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The smelter produces copper from its ore.
- A new smelter was built to increase production capacity.
- Workers at the smelter must follow strict safety protocols.
Translations
Translations of the word "smelter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fundição
🇮🇳 धातु गलाने की भट्टी
🇩🇪 Schmelzwerk
🇮🇩 peleburan
🇺🇦 плавильня
🇵🇱 huta
🇯🇵 精錬所
🇫🇷 fonderie
🇪🇸 fundición
🇹🇷 eritme tesisi
🇰🇷 제련소
🇸🇦 مصنع الصهر
🇨🇿 tavírna
🇸🇰 liatináreň
🇨🇳 冶炼厂
🇸🇮 talilnica
🇮🇸 smaðjuhús
🇰🇿 балқыту зауыты
🇬🇪 გალღობის ქარხანა
🇦🇿 əridici
🇲🇽 fundición
Etymology
The term 'smelter' comes from the Middle English word 'smelten', which means to melt or fuse. This is derived from the Old English 'smeltan', referring to the process of melting metals to separate them from their ores. The practice of smelting dates back to ancient civilizations, where metals were first discovered and used for tools and ornaments. The process has evolved over time with advancements in technology and industrial techniques, including the introduction of different kinds of furnaces and refining processes. Smelters became crucial during the Industrial Revolution, as the demand for metals increased for machinery, construction, and various technologies. Today, smelters are a vital part of the modern metallurgical industry, involved in the processing of various metals including iron, copper, and aluminum.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,307, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 15304 beginner
- 15305 excellency
- 15306 risked
- 15307 smelter
- 15308 sparing
- 15309 resettlement
- 15310 encountering
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