Meaning of the word solder in English

What does solder mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

solder

US /ˈsɑː.dɚ/
UK /ˈsəʊl.dər/

Noun

a low-melting alloy, especially one of lead and tin, used for joining metal surfaces

Example:
The electrician used solder to connect the wires.
You'll need a soldering iron and some solder for this repair.

Verb

to join metal surfaces with solder

Example:
He carefully soldered the small components onto the circuit board.
The plumber had to solder the copper pipes together.