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lap-weld

transitive verb

Definition of lap-weld 

(Entry 1 of 2)

: to join by welding along overlapping edges or seams

lap weld

noun

Definition of lap weld (Entry 2 of 2)

: a joint made by lap-welding

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History and Etymology for lap-weld

Transitive verb

lap entry 3 + weld, verb

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