spot-weld
[ spot-weld ]
verb (used with object)
to weld (two pieces of metal) together in a small area or spot by the application of heat and pressure.
noun
a welded joint made by this process.
Origin of spot-weld
1First recorded in 1905–10
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British Dictionary definitions for spot-weld
spot-weld
verb
(tr) to join (two pieces of metal, esp in the form of wire or sheet) by one or more small circular welds by means of heat, usually electrically generated, and pressure
noun
a weld so formed
Derived forms of spot-weld
- spot-welder, noun
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