TIG welding en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtɪɡˌwɛldɪŋ/
Etymology
By acronymy from tungsten–inert gas.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) A type of welding, typically of very reactive metals, by means of a non-consumable tungsten electrode and an atmosphere of an inert gas such as argon, with a feed stick for the weld material.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIG weldings | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
MAG welding · GMAW · SMAW · MIG welding