sinter

[ sin-ter ]

noun

1. siliceous or calcareous matter deposited by springs, as that formed around the vent of a geyser.
2. Metallurgy. the product of a sintering operation.

verb (used with object)

1. Metallurgy. to bring about agglomeration in (metal particles) by heating.

sinter

/ ˈsɪntə /

noun

1. a whitish porous incrustation, usually consisting of silica, that is deposited from hot springs
2. the product of a sintering process
3. another name for cinder

verb

1. tr to form large particles, lumps, or masses from (metal powders or powdery ores) by heating or pressure or both

Word History and Origins

Origin of sinter¹

1770–80; < German: dross; cinder

Word History and Origins

Origin of sinter¹

C18: German: cinder

Example Sentences

"The process is called sintering, which aggregates fine particles together into a more solid state. It is similar to powder metallurgy in the manufacturing of ceramics," continues Tsumori.

From Science Daily

Workplace safety officials in Australia said legal alternatives also include some products made of porcelain or “sintered stone,” an artificial product made by binding minerals together with heat.

From Los Angeles Times

The works technical manager for the coke, sinter and iron department added: "Working in this industry, the scale of it is absolutely huge. It is still very impressive every time I go in there."

From BBC

The challenge is to find a production method that works without sintering at high temperatures.

From Science Daily

The print is made with a powdered substance, which afterward goes through a process called sintering.

From Seattle Times