workpiece

Definition

The raw material or partially finished piece that is shaped by performing various operations.

Etymology

From work + piece.

Example Sentences

• "Make sure the workpiece is properly secured in the chuck before turning on the lathe."
• "It is theorized that when the surface velocity is below certain minimum values the material at the interface between workpieces WP-1 and WP-2 rolls up and extrudes from the interface in the form of long twisted cylindrical projections which are sometimes referred to as "dingle-berries.""
• "If the operator violates this instruction and, for example, tries to slightly move the workpiece while the robot is screwdriving it, then the execution may be interrupted […]"