1. coated with zinc to prevent rust or corrosion

1. past tense of galvanize; to coat with zinc; to stimulate or shock into sudden action or awareness

Examples

• The galvanized steel fence resisted rust for many years.
• The news galvanized the community into action.
• Workers installed galvanized pipes to prevent corrosion.
• The scandal galvanized public opinion against the proposal.
• Galvanized metal is commonly used in construction and outdoor structures.
• The crisis galvanized the team to work together more effectively.