Galvanisation

/ɡælvənɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of coating metal (usually steel or iron) with zinc to prevent rust, or the process of stimulating something into action.

Etymology

From galvanize plus the -ation suffix, creating a noun form indicating the action or result of galvanizing. British English spelling uses -isation rather than -ization.

Kelly Says

Galvanisation is why old bridges and infrastructure last so long—coating them with zinc is like giving them an invisible suit of armor against rust and decay!

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