galvanized

adjective

gal·​va·​nized ˈgal-və-ˌnīzd How to pronounce galvanized (audio)
: coated with zinc to prevent rust
galvanized steel
a galvanized nail

Examples of galvanized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Wind farms, for instance, need significant amounts of galvanized steel. Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 15 Feb. 2024 This basket has comfortable beech wood handles and is thoughtfully designed with double layers of galvanized steel wire to ensure durability and rust resistance. Ebony Roberts, wsj.com, 17 Oct. 2023 The center pole and entrance pole are both built out of galvanized steel. Ben Romans, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024 Loop the end of a pre-measured galvanized chain onto the link and screw the connection shut. Hannah Bruneman, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 The Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine has deepened the chasm between the Kremlin and a galvanized geopolitical West. Ishaan Tharoor, Washington Post, 8 Sep. 2023 Hate, online hate and haters and trolls, and factions and all that has just gotten more galvanized in its toxicity. Zack Sharf, Variety, 26 July 2023 While brass and chrome might be favorites in bathroom design, try going for something more rustic, such as galvanized metal, to amp up the country feel in a small space. Anna Logan, Country Living, 11 July 2023 This shed is durable thanks to a UV-resistant coating on the outside to protect against sun damage, and its galvanized steel frame works well against rain, wind, and snow. Kylee McGuigan, Popular Mechanics, 24 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of galvanized was in 1837

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“Galvanized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/galvanized. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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