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Galvanising: meaning, definitions and examples

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galvanising

 

[ ˈɡælvənaɪzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

technical process

Galvanising refers to the process of applying a protective zinc coating to steel or iron to prevent rusting. This technique involves dipping the metal into molten zinc, which forms a durable protective layer. The galvanising process significantly extends the lifespan of metal structures and components, making it essential in construction and manufacturing. It is widely used in various industries including automotive, electrical, and building sectors.

Synonyms

coating, galvanization, protection

Examples of usage

  • The construction industry relies heavily on galvanising for steel beams.
  • Galvanising prevents corrosion in outdoor metal installations.
  • Many household items are galvanised to withstand moisture.

Translations

Translations of the word "galvanising" in other languages:

🇵🇹 galvanização

🇮🇳 गैल्वनाइजिंग

🇩🇪 Galvanisierung

🇮🇩 galvanisasi

🇺🇦 гальванізація

🇵🇱 galwanizacja

🇯🇵 メッキ

🇫🇷 galvanisation

🇪🇸 galvanización

🇹🇷 galvanizasyon

🇰🇷 아연 도금

🇸🇦 الطلي الكهربائي

🇨🇿 galvanizace

🇸🇰 galvanizácia

🇨🇳 镀锌

🇸🇮 galvanizacija

🇮🇸 galvanisering

🇰🇿 галванизация

🇬🇪 გალვანიზაცია

🇦🇿 qalvanizasiya

🇲🇽 galvanización

Etymology

The term 'galvanising' originates from the name of the Italian scientist Luigi Galvani, who discovered the effects of electricity on animal tissue in the late 18th century. His experiments led to the exploration of electrochemistry, which eventually influenced the development of galvanisation processes. The term began being used in the context of metal protection in the early 19th century as industrialization grew. Initially, the process was mostly an electroplating technique before evolving into the practice of hot-dipping steel in zinc. As demand for durable materials increased, galvanising became crucial in reinforcing metal against environmental elements. Today, it is a standard method in numerous industries due to its effectiveness in preventing rust and prolonging material life.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,642, 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.