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crucible

/ˈkɹuː.sɪ.bəl/

Meaning 1

A severe test or trial.

“The students faced a crucible during their final exams.”
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Illustration of crucible: A severe test or trial.

Meaning 2

a container for melting substances

“The blacksmith used a crucible for the molten metal.”
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Illustration of crucible: a container for melting substances