smelter

American

[smel-ter] / ˈsmɛl tər /

noun

a person or thing that smelts.
a person who owns or works in a place where ores are smelted.
a place where ores are smelted.

smelter British

/ ˈsmɛltə /

noun

a person engaged in smelting
Also called: smeltery. an industrial plant in which smelting is carried out

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Etymology

Origin of smelter

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English; smelt ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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In 1997, he joined the data team at USA Today and contributed to several award-winning stories, including an investigation into forgotten lead smelters that won a 2013 Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award.

From The Wall Street Journal

Meanwhile, the metal’s prices could be supported by supply concerns after miner South32 disclosed plans to mothball its smelter in Mozambique, according to the analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chinese firms have long dominated the sector in Zambia and control major stakes in key mines and smelters, cementing Beijing's early-mover advantage.

From Barron's

Kerr said he anticipates solid demand for the miner’s zinc from North American smelters grappling with shortages of raw material.

From The Wall Street Journal

A further $4.7 billion in private and government loans will help Korea Zinc build a smelter to carry out the complex separation of metals.

From The Wall Street Journal

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