verzinken — meaning in English

English meaning

• fade verb To gradually lose color, brightness, strength, or intensity.
• galvanize verb To cover something with a layer of metal using an electric current.

Senses

verzinken is used for these senses in English:

• fade (intransitive) To sink away; to disappear gradually; to grow dim; to vanish.
• galvanize (broadly, dated) To coat with a layer of metal by electrochemical means.
• galvanize (usually) To coat with a layer of zinc (for rust resistance) by electrochemical means.

fade — full definition

1. verb To gradually lose color, brightness, strength, or intensity.
2. noun A haircut that is shaved very short at the sides and back, blending into longer hair on top.
3. noun A gradual dimming of picture or sound, often used to end a scene or song.

galvanize — full definition

1. verb To cover something with a layer of metal using an electric current.
2. verb To cover metal with zinc, using electricity, so that it will not rust.
3. verb To suddenly push someone into action, as though giving them a jolt.
4. verb To pass an electric current through something.

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