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welder

noun

weld·​er ˈwel-dər How to pronounce welder (audio)
: one that welds: such as
a
: a person whose work is welding
b
: a machine used in welding

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Demand is booming — fueled by projects like infrastructure spending and AI data centers — but execution is hampered by a lack of electricians, welders, HVAC techs and other skilled workers. Scott Cannon, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2025 It’s used by scientists and welders alike. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 24 Nov. 2025 She's seen Czech grow up, from coaching the sharp 3-point shooter to a passionate welder who had big dreams. Ubah Ali, CBS News, 18 Nov. 2025 Jobs such as electricians, plumbers, welders and other similar occupations allow students to skip the cost of a four-year degree as the average federal student loan debt reaches almost $40,000 — but only around $10,000 for community college students. Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for welder

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1828, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of welder was circa 1828

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“Welder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/welder. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.

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