Definitions

soldering iron

NOUN

tool for working with solder

Synonyms

WEAK

blowpipe welding torch

Example Sentences

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Armed with a soldering iron and good intentions, Tuna paid tribute to what the fires took.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

At a hearing on Sunday, Bolsonaro admitted trying to open his ankle monitor with a soldering iron until he "came to his senses", court documents show.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

Bolsonaro said he "experienced a certain paranoia between Friday and Saturday due to medication" when he had used a soldering iron on the monitoring bracelet, the document read.

From Barron's • Nov. 23, 2025

You will need a soldering iron to undo the wiring connection and then you’ll have to re-solder a new battery in.

From Seattle Times • May 2, 2024

He could use a soldering iron and hammer two boards together so that the wood did not split and the nails did not bend.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller