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\ ˈbrāz How to pronounce braze (audio) \
brazed; brazing

Definition of braze

 (Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

archaic
: harden

braze

verb (2)
brazed; brazing

Definition of braze (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

: to solder with a nonferrous alloy having a lower melting point than the metals being joined

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brazer noun

First Known Use of braze

Verb (1)

1604, in the meaning defined above

Verb (2)

1678, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for braze

Verb (1)

irregular from brass

Verb (2)

French braser, from Old French, to burn, from breze hot coals — more at braise

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“Braze.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/braze. Accessed 28 Jun. 2022.

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