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Soldering Iron

Description:

A soldering iron is a hand tool used in soldering, a process of joining two metal components together by melting solder to form a strong, permanent bond. It typically consists of a heated metal tip and a handle, with the tip being heated electrically.

Senses:

1. Noun - Tool used in soldering:

A soldering iron refers to the actual tool used in soldering. It is used to heat the solder in order to melt it, allowing it to flow between the components being joined.

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Sample Sentence:

The electrical engineer used a high-quality soldering iron to join the delicate components on the circuit board.

2. Verb - The act of using a soldering iron:

Soldering iron can also be used as a verb, referring to the act of using a soldering iron to solder components together.

Sample Sentence:

After carefully preparing the components, he soldering ironed them together to create a strong electrical connection.