galvanization

• Nom désignant le processus de stimulation par courant galvanique, ou l'action de revêtir un métal de zinc pour le protéger de la rouille, ou toute stimulation qui pousse une personne à agir.

A noun referring to the process of stimulating with a galvanic current, or the act of coating metal with zinc to prevent rusting, or any stimulation that arouses a person to lively action.

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1. Medical stimulationC1formalmedical

   The application of a direct electric current to stimulate nerves or muscles, often used in therapy.

   Galvanisation (stimulation médicale)

   • The patient underwent galvanization to treat muscle atrophy.
   • Galvanization is sometimes used to relieve chronic pain.
   • The therapist applied a mild galvanization to the affected area.

   Synonymeselectrotherapygalvanism

2. Motivational arousalC1formal

   The act of stimulating someone into sudden action or heightened awareness.

   Stimulation à l'action

   • The speech served as a galvanization for the entire team.
   • The crisis was a galvanization that united the community.
   • His words provided the galvanization needed to start the project.

   Synonymesarousalfillipgoadimpetusincentiveincitementjoltmotivationprovocationspurstimulation

3. Metal coating processB2formaltechnical

   The process of applying a protective layer of zinc to iron or steel, typically via electroplating, to prevent rust.

   Galvanisation

   • The bridge's steel beams were treated with galvanization to resist corrosion.
   • Galvanization extends the lifespan of outdoor metal structures.
   • The factory specializes in the galvanization of industrial equipment.

   Synonymesgalvanizing