cold-draw

[ kohld-draw ]

verb (used with object)

, Metalworking.

, cold-drew, cold-drawn, cold-draw·ing.

1. to draw (wire, tubing, etc.) without preheating the metal.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cold-draw¹

First recorded in 1710–20

Example Sentences

Make dear Mr. Martin keep well, and not forget himself in the Herefordshire cold—draw him into the sun somewhere.

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