Tuyere
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /twiːˈ(j)ɛə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tuyere is a noun meaning A nozzle or similar fixture through which the blast is delivered to the interior of a blast furnace, or to the fire of a forge.
Meaning
A nozzle or similar fixture through which the blast is delivered to the interior of a blast furnace, or to the fire of a forge.
Example Sentences
Remains of a clay tuyere are present through which the blast was conducted into the furnace.
Word Forms
- tuyeres
Synonyms for tuyere
Depending on context, synonyms include twire-pipe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tuyer, twier, twyer, twyere, twire, tweer.
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