butt-welding

Definitions of butt-welding
  1. noun
    creating a butt joint by welding
    synonyms: butt welding
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    types:
    flash butt welding, flash welding
    butt welding by creating an electric arc between the two pieces which melts and joins them; used for joining segments of metal pipe
    type of:
    welding
    fastening two pieces of metal together by softening with heat and applying pressure
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