Definition

The process of stretching and shaping metals into thin wire, often used in manufacturing and metalworking.

Example

The skilled artisan demonstrated the technique of wiredrawing to create fine wire for jewelry making.

Conversation

Have you ever seen how wiredrawing is done in metalworking?

No, I haven't! Is it fascinating?

Yeah, it's amazing to watch them extend the metal into wire.

That sounds really cool! I'd love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wiredrawing is formed from "wire" (from Old English *wir*, meaning a slender, flexible strand of metal) and "drawing" (from Old English *dragan*, meaning to pull or drag). The term refers to the process of pulling or drawing out metal into a wire form.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pulling' ('drawing') a 'slender strand of metal' ('wire') to remember that wiredrawing is the process of making wire.

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