weld

Everyday

1. To weld means to join pieces of metal together by heating them until they melt and stick. tree →
2. A weld is the joint where two pieces of metal have been welded. tree →
3. To weld people or things together means to unite them closely. tree →

In the lessons

In DT and science lessons, welding joins metals; in jobs and stories, welders wear masks to protect their eyes from the bright light; phrases: welded together, weld shut.

Examples

• The worker welded the two steel beams together. tree →
• Welders wear masks to protect their eyes. tree →
• The weld on the gate has cracked. tree →
• Never look at welding without eye protection. tree →
• The team was welded together by hard training. tree →
• The old door had been welded shut. tree →

Note

Past: welded. A person who welds is a «welder». Safety: welding light can damage eyes, which is why special masks are used.