monobloc

[ mon-uh-blok ]
/ ˈmɒn əˌblɒk /

adjective

denoting or pertaining to the casting of a complex metal object as a single piece rather than in separate parts.

Origin of monobloc

From French, dating back to 1905–10; see origin at mono-, block

Words nearby monobloc

monobasic potassium phosphate, monobasic sodium phosphate, monobath, monoblast, monoblastic, monobloc, monobrow, monobuoy, monocable, monocarboxylic, monocarp

Example sentences from the Web for monobloc

  • The case is a rubber "Monobloc" construction, that is, the entire case is pressed into shape at one time.

    The Automobile Storage Battery |O. A. Witte