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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

galvanization

/ˌɡælvəˈnaɪzən/ noun · British & US
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What does galvanization mean?

noun

The process of coating iron or steel with a layer of zinc to protect it from rust, or the coating itself. This is often done to protect steel from corrosion in harsh environments.

Example

"The engineer decided to galvanize the steel beams to ensure they would withstand the salty sea air."

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