Definition

Relating to or using a combination of oxygen and acetylene, often used in welding and cutting processes.

Example

The oxyacetylene torch is essential for metalworking tasks.

Conversation

Have you ever used an oxyacetylene torch for welding?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it's really effective.

Yeah, it gets super hot and melts metal quickly with the oxyacetylene mix.

That sounds pretty cool! I should try it out sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oxyacetylene → It is formed from "oxy-" (from Greek "oxys", meaning sharp or acid) and "acetylene" (from the chemical name for a hydrocarbon compound, which is derived from "acetic" (from Latin "aceticus", meaning sour) and "ethylen" (from Greek "aithēr", meaning ether or vapor)). The term refers to a type of gas welding that uses a flame produced by burning a mixture of oxygen and acetylene gas.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sharp' or 'acid' ('oxy-') combined with a gas used in welding ('acetylene') to remember that oxyacetylene refers to a welding process that uses a sharp flame.

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