hard solder

1 of 2

noun

: a solder that contains copper, requires a red heat to melt, and is used for brazing

hard-solder

2 of 2

verb

: to solder with hard solder : braze

Word History

Etymology

Noun

hard entry 1 + solder, noun

Verb

hard solder

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