1. the process of coating an object with a layer of metal by passing an electric current through a solution containing that metal
Usage: commonly used in manufacturing and jewelry production

1. to coat (an object) with a layer of metal using electroplating
Usage: typically used in technical or industrial contexts

Examples

• Electroplating is used to apply a thin layer of gold to jewelry.
• The factory uses electroplating to coat steel parts with nickel for corrosion resistance.
• They electroplated the copper wire with silver to improve its conductivity.
• Electroplating requires careful control of electrical current and chemical composition.
• The process of electroplating has been used in manufacturing for over a century.
• Decorative items are often electroplated with chrome to give them a shiny finish.