crucible
/ˈkrusəb(ə)l/
noun
1. a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures
"the crucible tipped and the mold filled with liquid metal"
2. a situation of severe trial, or in which different elements interact, leading to the creation of something new
"their relationship was forged in the crucible of war"
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crucible
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