Advertisement
Advertisement
electrometallurgy
[ ih-lek-troh-met-l-ur-jee, -muh-tal-er-jee ]
electrometallurgy
/ -ˈmɛtəˌlɜːdʒɪ; ɪˌlɛktrəʊmɪˈtælədʒɪ /
noun
- metallurgy involving the use of electric-arc furnaces, electrolysis, and other electrical operations
Discover More
Derived Forms
- eˌlectroˌmetalˈlurgical, adjective
- eˌlectrometˈallurgist, noun
Discover More
Other Words From
- e·lectro·metal·lurgi·cal adjective
- e·lectro·metal·lurgist noun
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of electrometallurgy1
First recorded in 1830–40; electro- + metallurgy
Discover More
Example Sentences
The science of electrometallurgy was then in its infancy, but the Elkingtons were quick to recognize its possibilities.
From Project Gutenberg
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[in-vet-er-it ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse