galvanized

Meanings

• adjective

  Coated with zinc or aluminum to prevent rusting and corrosion, especially for iron or steel.

  - "The galvanized iron roof is more durable than the regular one."
  - "The galvanized nails are used in construction to prevent rusting."

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Synonyms

animate , startle , urge , electroplate , zinc

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with galvanized
magnified , galvanized , amazed , apparaised , misconstrued , crude , and intrigued

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Variants

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galvanized , galvanization , galvanizations , galvanize , galvanizer , galvanizers , galvanizes , galvanizing

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Etymology

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Derived from the name of Luigi Galvani, an Italian physicist who discovered the phenomenon of electrical stimulation of muscles in the late 18th century.

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Trivia

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1. Galvanized iron was first used in the construction of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

2. The process of galvanization was patented by Thomas Edison in 1901.

3. Galvanized nails were first used in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge in 1883.

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Related Concepts

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1. electroplating: A similar process to galvanization, but instead of zinc, other metals such as chromium, nickel, or gold are used for decorative or protective purposes.

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Culture

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Galvanized has been used extensively in various industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing. The process of galvanization has revolutionized the way metals are used and preserved.

How to Memorize "galvanized"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a sheet of iron or steel being dipped into a zinc bath and the zinc particles adhering to the surface.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'galvanized' with the idea of protection and preservation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Galvanized like a boss' to remember the meaning of the word.

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