Chromes

/kroʊmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of chrome; multiple objects that are coated with chromium, or various chromium-containing compounds or materials.

Etymology

From 'chrome' (chromium, from Greek 'chroma' meaning color) plus regular plural suffix '-s', referring to multiple chrome-plated items or chrome components.

Kelly Says

When you see gleaming chromes on a vintage motorcycle or hot rod, you're looking at a status symbol that was only affordable to the wealthy a century ago—today, cheap plastic mimics the look because real chrome plating is expensive and environmentally problematic.

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