electroplate
|e-lec-tro-plate|
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/ɪˈlɛktroʊˌpleɪt/
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/ɪˈlɛktrəʊˌpleɪt/
metal coating using electricity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'electroplate' originates from the combination of 'electro-' referring to electricity and 'plate' meaning to cover or coat.
Historical Evolution
'electroplate' was formed in the 19th century as a compound of 'electro-' and 'plate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to coat with metal using electricity', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/03/08 12:43