workpiece

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From work + piece

Pronunciation[edit]

  • Audio (US)
    		(file)

Noun[edit]

workpiece (plural workpieces)

  1. in machining, woodworking, etc., the raw material or partially finished piece that is shaped by performing various operations
    Make sure the workpiece is properly secured in the chuck before turning on the lathe.

Translations[edit]

The material or partially finished piece on which a tool operates.

Anagrams[edit]

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