- A vessel or melting pot, composed of some very refractory
substance, as clay, graphite, platinum, and used for melting and
calcining substances which require a strong degree of heat, as metals,
ores, etc. - A hollow place at the bottom of a furnace, to receive the
melted metal. - A test of the most decisive kind; a severe trial; as, the
crucible of affliction.
- Assess ability of - Candidates’ assessment - Exam - Exam setback on final attempt - Examine - First trial exam? Such torment! - International cricket match