fuse

Definition

• n. an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded
• n. any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant
• v. become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat
• v. equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse

Word forms

Past participle

fused

Present participle

fusing

Past tense

fused

Third person singular

fuses

Example sentences

1. n.

   The electrician replaced the blown fuse to restore power to the house.

2. v.

   When you heat the metal, it will fuse together to create a strong bond.