Word
Crucible
How many syllables?
3 Syllables
How it's divided?
cru-ci-ble
Definition
- n. - A vessel or melting pot, composed of some very refractory
substance, as clay, graphite, platinum, and used for melting and
calcining substances which require a strong degree of heat, as metals,
ores, etc.
- n. - A hollow place at the bottom of a furnace, to receive the
melted metal.
- n. - A test of the most decisive kind; a severe trial; as, the
crucible of affliction.
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