galvanized

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adjective

gal·​va·​nized ˈgal-və-ˌnīzd 

: coated with zinc to prevent rust

galvanized steel

a galvanized nail

galvanized

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past tense and past participle of galvanize

Examples of galvanized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The new evening proposition centered on the distinctive cork wedge with a galvanized gold finish. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

Property owners who replaced their private-side lead and galvanized service lines out-of-pocket prior to the start of the village’s program may now be eligible for a $750 cash rebate or $1,250 credit on their utility bill. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

The exterior is reinforced with galvanized steel and fitted with an interior fiberglass liner that is watertight and built to withstand harsh weather conditions, ensuring the pool is ready to enjoy for years to come. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Together, our extraordinary cast and creative team of 1972 recreated a world that feels remarkably familiar today—a time of political division, war, galvanized youth, and people searching for a different future. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1837, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for galvanized

• acclimatized
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised
• capitalized