braze
/bɹeɪz/
C1 · Advanced★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
to join two pieces of metal together using heat and a different metal.
When to Use
⚙️Technical💼Workplace English
Advanced — complex ideas, academic/professional
Examples in Conversation
“The plumber had to braze the copper pipes to fix the leak.”
“Can you braze these two parts together for the repair?”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A kind of small charcoal used for roasting ore.