1. plural of meltage; the process or result of melting, or the amount of material that melts
Usage: technical; often used in metallurgy, glassmaking, or industrial contexts
2. plural of meltage; a fee or charge for melting metal or other materials
Usage: historical; archaic

Examples

• The meltages from the recycling facility were carefully monitored to ensure quality.
• Different metals require different meltages to achieve the desired purity.
• The glassmaker calculated the meltages needed for the day's production run.
• Historical records show that meltages were charged separately from other metalworking fees.
• The industrial process involved multiple meltages to refine the raw ore.