arc welding see weld¹

weld¹ /weld/

1. To join (two pieces of metal) by fusing, forging or applying pressure, using any of several methods, eg raising the temperature at the joint by means of external heat or (resistance welding) of a heavy electric current or (arc welding) of an electric arc, or (cold welding) using pressure alone
2. To join closely

1. To undergo welding
2. To be capable of being welded

A welded joint

weldabilˈity noun

weldˈable adjective

weldˈer or weldˈor noun

weldˈing noun and adjective

weldˈless adjective

Having no welds

weldˈment noun

1. The action or process of welding
2. A welded assembly

welding rod noun

Filler metal in the form of a rod, usu coated with a flux