ingot

in·got

noun \ˈiŋ-gət\

Definition of INGOT

1

: a mold in which metal is cast

2

: a mass of metal cast into a convenient shape for storage or transportation to be later processed

Origin of INGOT

Middle English, perhaps modification of Middle French lingot ingot of metal, incorrectly divided as l'ingot, as if from le the

First Known Use: 14th century

Other Metals and Metallurgy Terms

assay, bloom, bullion, ductile, malleable, patina, plate, temper, tensile