Weldable: meaning, definitions and examples

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weldable

 

[ ˈwɛldəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

metal work

Weldable refers to materials that can be joined or fused together using the welding process. This property is essential for ensuring the integrity and strength of the welded joint. Certain alloys and metals are specifically designed to be weldable, while others may require special techniques to achieve effective welding.

Synonyms

fusible, joinable

Examples of usage

  • Steel is known for being highly weldable.
  • Aluminum can be a weldable material if treated properly.
  • The weldable properties of the metal ensure a strong bond.
  • Some plastics are also weldable under specific conditions.

Translations

Translations of the word "weldable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 soldável

🇮🇳 वेल्ड करने योग्य

🇩🇪 schweißbar

🇮🇩 dapat dilas

🇺🇦 зварювальний

🇵🇱 spawalny

🇯🇵 溶接可能な

🇫🇷 soudable

🇪🇸 soldable

🇹🇷 kaynaklanabilir

🇰🇷 용접 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للحام

🇨🇿 svářitelný

🇸🇰 zvárateľný

🇨🇳 可焊接的

🇸🇮 varilni

🇮🇸 sveitandi

🇰🇿 қосуға болатын

🇬🇪 საწვავი

🇦🇿 qaynaq edilə bilən

🇲🇽 soldable

Word origin

The term 'weldable' is derived from 'weld', which comes from the Old English 'waldian', meaning 'to govern, to control'. The evolution of the word has intertwined with the development of metal joining techniques throughout history. As technologies advanced during the Industrial Revolution, the need for efficient and effective methods of joining metal components became apparent. This led to the establishment of various welding methods, which in turn necessitated the need to define materials based on their ability to be welded. The suffix '-able' indicates capability, hence 'weldable' denotes that a material can undergo the welding process without issues. Today, the term is widely used in manufacturing, construction, and engineering to assess the suitability of materials for joining processes.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,887, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.