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Definition of metalworks

metalworks

/ˈmɛt.əlˌwɜːrks/
met · al · works
Plural:metalworks
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• noun

1

A factory, plant, or workshop where metals are smelted, refined, forged, or manufactured into finished products.

Example

"The historic metalworks on the edge of town was recently converted into a community arts center."

2

Decorative, artistic, or functional objects crafted out of metal (serving as the plural of metalwork).

Example

"The museum's new exhibition features intricate bronze and silver metalworks from the medieval period."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When referring to a factory or industrial plant, "metalworks" can be treated as either singular or plural (e.g., "a local metalworks").

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Metalworks. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/metalworks
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