hot-work

[ hot-wurk ]

verb (used with object)

1. to work (metal) at a temperature high enough to permit recrystallization.

hot-work

verb

1. tr to shape (metal) when hot

Word History and Origins

Origin of hot-work¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

But the mare'll have hot work to get the adjutant into camp before taps.

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It was hot work but the air was fine, and he could see all up and down Hoosac Valley, and that is worth seeing any time.

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I cannot help thinking what delightful "constitutionals" the dons of 1545 must have had after their hot work in the council.

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"Hot work," said the Englishman coolly, putting down his rifle and taking up a revolver and a cutlas.

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We scientific men, you know—I have to work my own engines—electrical engineer—very hot work.

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