1
: the freezing of the surface of liquid metal during the pouring of an ingot or casting due to interrupted or improper pouring
also
: an imperfection thus caused
2
: the imperfect weld caused in a forging by the inadequate heat of one surface under working or by an oxide film
3
: a split ring or link used to mend or fasten chains
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“Cold-shut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cold-shut. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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