/ˈsaɪnaɪti/ (sy-NAY-tee)

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become sintered; to compact or unite particles by heat

“The metal was sintered together by the intense heat of the furnace.”

2. noun

a mass of closely packed or fused particles, especially of metal

“The sinter formed a strong and durable material.”

3. noun

a process of compacting or uniting particles by heat

“The sintering process was used to manufacture the ceramic.”