soldering iron

noun

1. an instrument for melting and applying solder.

soldering iron

noun

1. a hand tool consisting of a handle fixed to a copper tip that is heated, electrically or in a flame, and used to melt and apply solder

Word History and Origins

Origin of soldering iron¹

First recorded in 1680–90

Example Sentences

She misses the Celtics gear and soldering iron and sneaker collection she left in her bedroom in Wellesley.

From Washington Post

The soldering iron is, or should be, conquered by this time.

From Project Gutenberg

The plumber under the sink had a gas-jet and a soldering-iron, and he was raising a smell of warm lead and flux.

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The solder is caused to make a perfect union with the surfaces treated with the help of heat from a soldering iron.

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A new soldering iron or one that has been misused will have to be "tinned" before using.

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Millie laid down her soldering iron, and disappeared through the bulkhead, returning shortly with a tray of sandwiches and coffee.

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