Aluminized

/əˈluːmɪnaɪzd/ adjective

Definition

Treated, coated, or combined with aluminum or aluminum compounds (American spelling).

Etymology

Past tense and past participle of aluminize, following American spelling conventions; indicates the aluminum treatment has been completed.

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