WIREDRAW


Meaning of WIREDRAW in English

vt hence, to draw by art or violence.

2. wiredraw ·vt to form (a piece of metal) into wire, by drawing it through a hole in a plate of steel.

3. wiredraw ·vt hence, also, to draw or spin out to great length and tenuity; as, to wiredraw an argument.

4. wiredraw ·vt to pass, or to draw off, (as steam) through narrow ports, or the like, thus reducing its pressure or force by friction.

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