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Definition of arc weld

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: a weld made by arc welding

arc-weld

transitive verb

Definition of arc-weld (Entry 2 of 2)

: to join by means of a form of fusion welding in which the heat for fusion is supplied by an electric arc formed between a metal or carbon electrode and the part being welded or between two separate electrodes or between the two separate pieces being welded

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“Arc weld.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arc%20weld. Accessed 29 Oct. 2020.

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