Definition

In a way that relates to the science and technology of metals, including their extraction, processing, and properties.

Example

The engineers metallurgically analyzed the samples to determine their composition.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how metals are processed?

Not really, but I know it's done metallurgically.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they change properties during that process.

Totally! Understanding it metallurgically could really help in engineering.

Root Explanation

Metallurgically → It is formed from "metal" (from Latin *metallum*, meaning a mine or metal) and "-urgy" (from Greek *ergon*, meaning work). The suffix "-ically" indicates a manner or relating to. Thus, metallurgically refers to the manner of working with metals or the science of metal extraction and processing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'metal' as the substance being worked on and '-urgy' as the work involved in processing it. This helps you remember that 'metallurgically' relates to the work done with metals.

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