girthweld

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A circumferential weld that joins two cylindrical sections, such as pipes or pressure vessels, by welding around their perimeter. Girth welds are commonly used in pipeline construction.

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɜːθˌwɛld/ /ˈɡɜɹθˌwɛld/

Word forms

girthweld girthwelds

Etymology

From girth + weld.

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