welder

/ˈwɛldər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person whose occupation is to join metal parts together using heat and pressure.

“The welder worked on the car’s frame to repair the broken axle.”

2. verb

To join (two or more metal parts) together using heat and pressure.

“The metal was welded together using an electric arc.”

3. verb

To fix or join something using welding techniques.

“The damaged pipe needed to be welded to fix the leak.”

Synonyms

  • joiner
  • smith

Antonyms

  • demolisher
  • disassembler