electroplate

[ ih-lek-truh-pleyt ]

verb (used with object)

, e·lec·tro·plat·ed, e·lec·tro·plat·ing.

1. to plate or coat with a metal by electrolysis.

noun

1. electroplated articles or ware.

electroplate

/ ɪˈlɛktrəʊˌpleɪt /

verb

1. tr to plate (an object) by electrolysis

noun

1. electroplated articles collectively, esp when plated with silver

adjective

1. coated with metal by electrolysis; electroplated

Derived Forms

• eˈlectroˌplater, noun

Other Words From

• e·lectro·plater noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of electroplate¹

First recorded in 1860–65; electro- + plate ¹

Example Sentences

A metallic surface which it is intended to electroplate must, as has been mentioned, be scrupulously clean.

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These numerous little holes present a difficult surface for making a good wax mold when an electroplate is made for printing.

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The silver teapot was oneit was real silver, not electroplate.

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