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foundry
noun found·ry \ˈfau̇n-drē\
: a building or factory where metals are produced
plural foundries
Full Definition of FOUNDRY
1
: an establishment where founding is carried on
2
: the act, process, or art of casting metals
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1536
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foundry
noun found·ry \ˈfau̇n-drē\
plural foundries
Definition of FOUNDRY for Kids
: a building or factory where metal goods are made
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