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silvering

 

[ หˆsษชlvษ™rษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

coating process

Silvering refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver to a surface, often to enhance its appearance or prevent corrosion. This technique is commonly used in glass manufacturing, where a layer of silver is applied to the back of glass to create mirrors. In addition to glass, silvering can also be applied to other materials for decorative or protective purposes. This process can be achieved through various methods, including chemical deposition and electroplating.

Synonyms

coating, lamination, plating.

Examples of usage

  • The silvering of the mirror allowed it to reflect light more effectively.
  • Silvering was a popular technique in vintage camera manufacturing.
  • The artisan perfected his craft of silvering metal surfaces.
  • The silvering process improved the durability of the glass product.

Translations

Translations of the word "silvering" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น prateamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคพเค‚เคฆเฅ€ เค•เคพ เค†เคตเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Versilberung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ perak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั€ั–ะฑะปะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ srebrzenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้Š€ใ‚ใฃใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท argenture

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ plateado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผmรผลŸleme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์€ํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุบุทูŠุฉ ูุถูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stล™รญbล™enรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ striebrenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•€้“ถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ srebrjenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ silfurnรกma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบาฏะผั–ัั‚ะตะฝ ำฉาฃะดะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒชแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒคแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผmรผลŸlษ™mษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ plateado

Etymology

The term 'silvering' is derived from the root word 'silver', which has Old English origins, originating from the word 'seolfer'. The use of silver as a coating can be traced back to ancient civilizations where silver was valued not only for its beauty but also for its antibacterial properties. Historically, silvering techniques were developed for decorative purposes in art and architecture, especially evident in the use of silver leaf in gilding. As technology progressed, the method of silvering evolved to include scientific techniques, giving rise to modern applications in photography and electronics. Today, silvering is a crucial process in multiple industries, maintaining its significance across time and cultures.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,323 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.