verb / noun
electroplate
ih-LEK-troh-plate/ɪˈlektrəpleɪt/
to coat objects with metal using an electric current, or the metalware so coated
The current electroplates the steel spoon with copper from the strip in the solution.
Etymology
Plate developed from a thin sheet of metal to a covering layer of metal. Electro- identifies electricity as the means of applying that layer to a surface.
More examples
- These steel parts are electroplated with zinc to resist rust.
- An electric current helps us electroplate each spoon with silver.
- The shop sells antique electroplate alongside solid silver.
Forms
electroplate · electroplates · electroplated · electroplating