noun
Meaning 1
plural of metalwork
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: form-of, plural
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Standard Lemma guide
metalworks
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noun
Meaning 2
A factory where metal is processed.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Meaning 3
factory where metal castings are produced
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: foundry
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: factory, mill, manufacturing plant, manufactory
Narrower terms: armory, armoury, arsenal, bell foundry, iron foundry
History
Etymology
From metal + works.