braze
1[ breyz ]
/ breɪz /
verb (used with object), brazed, braz·ing.
to make of brass.
to cover or ornament with or as if with brass.
to make brasslike.
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Origin of braze
1Definition for braze (2 of 2)
braze2
[ breyz ]
/ breɪz /
verb (used with object), brazed, braz·ing.Metallurgy.
to unite (metal objects) at high temperatures by applying any of various nonferrous solders.
Origin of braze
21575–85; <French braser to solder (MF), burn (Old French ) <Germanic; compare Swedish brasa,Danish brase to roast; see braise
OTHER WORDS FROM braze
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Example sentences from the Web for braze
Mr. Brazer's establishment, which was known as a "variety store," came in for the best part of this trade.
Great Fortunes, and How They Were Made|James D. McCabe, Jr.After Mr. Brazer's death the store was moved across the street, where it still remains, forming the ell of Gerrish's block.
Brazer refused at first; but, after a bit, agreed to let Standish keep the dog for a time.
Johnny Ludlow, Sixth Series|Mrs. Henry Wood
British Dictionary definitions for braze (1 of 2)
braze1
/ (breɪz) /
verb (tr)
to decorate with, make like, or make of brass
to make like brass, as in hardness
Word Origin for braze
Old English bræsen, from bræs brass
British Dictionary definitions for braze (2 of 2)
braze2
/ (breɪz) /
verb
(tr) to make a joint between (two metal surfaces) by fusing a layer of brass or high-melting solder between them
noun
the high-melting solder or alloy used in brazing
Derived forms of braze
brazer, nounWord Origin for braze
C16: from Old French: to burn, of Germanic origin; see braise
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