1. the production of electric current by chemical action, especially in a battery or cell
Usage: technical; historical
2. the therapeutic application of electric current to the body
Usage: medical; dated
3. sudden excitement or stimulation; a galvanizing effect
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The scientist studied galvanism to understand how chemical reactions produce electricity.
• Early researchers used galvanism to investigate the nature of electrical current.
• The discovery of galvanism revolutionized the development of batteries.
• Doctors in the 18th century attempted to treat paralysis with galvanism.
• The news of the election result provided a galvanism to the campaign volunteers.