METALLURGY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the science and technology of metals

Categories: Science, Scientific discipline

📖 Fun Facts About Metallurgy

  • Metallurgy innovations like alloying and heat treatment made possible machines, coins, and lasting infrastructure.

Synonyms

Metallurgy

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "metallurgy" comes from Ancient Greek μεταλλουργός, which was borrowed from French métallurgie.

🧩 Fun Fact

Greek mythology embedded itself so deeply in language that we still use mythological names as common words.