dropforge

Definition of Dropforge in English :

1. dropforge

forge with a dropforge

Example Sentences:
'drop-force the metal'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Dropforge

noun

1. Also called: drop hammer

a device for forging metal between two dies, one of which is fixed, the other acting by gravity or by steam or hydraulic pressure

verb drop-forge (transitive)

2.

to forge (metal) into (a component) by the use of a drop forge

verb (transitive)

machinery

to forge (metal) into (a component) by the use of a drop forge

Imported From China, these small pliers are well made from drop-forged steel.

verb transitiveWord forms: ˈdrop-ˌforged or ˈdrop-ˌforging

to pound or shape (heated metal) between dies with a drop hammer or a press

tr.v. drop·forged, drop·forg·ing, drop·forg·es

To forge or stamp (a metal) between dies by the force of a falling weight such as a drop hammer.