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solder

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈsɒldər/

KK: /ˈsɑːldər/

intransitive verb
Definition

To join or unite two or more pieces together, often using a melted material that cools to form a strong bond.


Example

The metal parts will solder together when heated properly.


Tense Forms

Past: soldered

Past Participle: soldered


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how well those two pieces solder together?
Sloth B
Yeah, I was surprised at how strong the bond is now.
Sloth A
It's amazing what good technique can do; they really solder seamlessly.
Sloth B
Absolutely! I should try that method the next time I work on a project.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
join
unite
connect
Antonyms
separate
detach
divide
noun
Definition

A type of metal or metal mixture that is melted to connect two pieces of metal together.


Example

The technician used solder to fix the broken circuit board.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever worked with solder before?
Sloth B
Yeah, I used it in my electronics class last year.
Sloth A
That's cool! I heard it's important for joining metal parts.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To join or connect two or more parts together using a melted material that cools and hardens to form a strong bond.


Example

The technician will solder the wires to ensure a secure connection.


Tense Forms

Past: soldered

Past Participle: soldered


Conversation
Sloth A
I think I need to solder this wire back together.
Sloth B
That sounds tricky! Do you have the right tools?
Sloth A
Yeah, I bought a soldering iron just for this.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

**Solder** → The word 'solder' comes from Old French *soudure*, meaning a joining or fusion. It refers to the process of joining metals together by melting a filler metal.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for joining, 'soudure', to remember that solder means to join metals together.

Visually Confused Words
smolder
scolder
soler
older
unsolder
solander
shoulder
resolder
Is this page helpful?
Definitely, without solder, it would be hard to make those connections.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
alloy
adhesive
cement
Antonyms
separator
divider
disconnector
Nice! Just be careful not to burn yourself.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fuse
bond
join
Antonyms
separate
disconnect
divide