Pronunciation

/breɪz/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Verb

Definition

Braze means to join metal pieces together by melting a filler metal with a lower melting point and allowing it to flow into the joint by capillary action.

Examples

1. “The blacksmith braze the two pieces of metal together to create a strong bond.”

2. “In jewelry making, braze is often used to attach clasps and findings to metal components.”

Synonyms

1. Solder

2. Weld

Antonyms

1. Break

2. Disassemble

Additional Information

Brazing is commonly used in metalworking and manufacturing processes to create strong and durable joints.