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electroplate

 

[ ɪˈlɛktrəˌpleɪt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

manufacturing process

To electroplate means to coat a metal object with a layer of another metal using an electric current. This process involves submerging the object in a solution containing ions of the metal that will be deposited. The electric current triggers the reduction of metal ions to form a thin film on the object’s surface. Electroplating is commonly used to enhance appearance, prevent corrosion, and improve durability. Popular metals used for electroplating include gold, silver, nickel, and chrome.

Synonyms

coat, cover, deposit

Examples of usage

  • The jeweler decided to electroplate the silver ring for a shiny finish.
  • Manufacturers often electroplate components to resist wear and corrosion.
  • Electroplating is crucial in creating durable and decorative surfaces in electronics.
Context #2 | Noun

coating technique

Electroplate refers to the process or the result of electroplating. It involves a thin layer of a different metal that has been applied to an object through an electrolytic process. This technique is not only aesthetic but also functional, serving to protect the base metal from environmental damage and wear. Electroplates can be found in various applications, including jewelry, automotive parts, and household items.

Synonyms

coating, finish, layer

Examples of usage

  • The electroplate on the doorknob made it shine beautifully.
  • He was impressed with the quality of the electroplate on the utensils.
  • Electroplates can improve the longevity of the products significantly.

Translations

Translations of the word "electroplate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 electroplata

🇮🇳 इलेक्ट्रोप्लेट

🇩🇪 Elektroplattierung

🇮🇩 elektroplating

🇺🇦 електроплакування

🇵🇱 elektroplaterowanie

🇯🇵 電気メッキ

🇫🇷 électroplaquage

🇪🇸 electrochapado

🇹🇷 elektro kaplama

🇰🇷 전기 도금

🇸🇦 الطلاء الكهربائي

🇨🇿 elektrolytické pokovování

🇸🇰 elektrolytická vrstva

🇨🇳 电镀

🇸🇮 elektroplating

🇮🇸 rafmagnsþynning

🇰🇿 электрлі қаптау

🇬🇪 ელექტრონული საფარით

🇦🇿 elektroplaklama

🇲🇽 electrochapado

Etymology

The term 'electroplate' is derived from the combination of 'electro-', a prefix meaning related to electricity, and 'plate', which refers to a coating or layer. The process has its origins in the 19th century when scientists began to understand the principles of electrolysis. The first practical use of electroplating was developed in the early 1800s by Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli, who successfully electroplated gold onto silver objects. As industrialization advanced, the technique gained popularity for its ability to create decorative and functional metal coatings. By the late 19th century, electroplating became an essential process in various industries, leading to improvements in manufacturing and product quality.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,183, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.