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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