TIG welding

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A type of welding, typically of very reactive metals, by means of a non-consumable tungsten electrode and an atmosphere of an inert gas such as argon, with a feed stick for the weld material.

Pronunciation

/ˈtɪɡˌwɛldɪŋ/

Word forms

TIG welding TIG weldings

Etymology

By acronymy from tungsten–inert gas.

Synonyms

Related words

arc welder TIG weld
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