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tundish

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[tuhn-dish] / ˈtʌnˌdɪʃ /

noun

Metallurgy.
  1. (in a vacuum induction furnace) a trough through which molten metal flows under vacuum to a mold chamber.

  2. Also called pouring basket,.  Also called pouring box.  Also called pouring basin.  a refractory-lined vessel having holes for distributing metal being teemed into ingot molds.


Etymology

Origin of tundish

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; tun, dish

Example Sentences

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—It is called a tundish in Lower Drumcondra, said Stephen, laughing, where they speak the best English.

From A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by Joyce, James

—Is that called a tundish in Ireland? asked the dean.

From A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by Joyce, James

That tundish has been on my mind for a long time.

From A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by Joyce, James