plating

• Nom désignant une fine couche de métal appliquée sur une surface, ou le processus consistant à déposer ce revêtement, souvent par électrolyse.

A noun referring to a thin layer of metal deposited onto a surface, or the process of applying such a coating, often through electrolysis.

indénombrable

1. Metal coatingB2formal

   A thin layer of metal applied to a surface for protection, decoration, or conductivity.

   Plaquage (dépôt métallique)

   • The silver plating on the antique mirror has started to tarnish.
   • Electroplating is a common method for applying a thin metal coating.
   • The jewelry had a gold plating that gave it a luxurious look.

   Synonymescladdingcoatingcoveringelectroplatingfilmgalvanizinglayer

2. Electrolytic depositionC1formal

   The process of applying a thin coat of metal onto a surface using an electric current.

   dépôt electrolytique

   • The factory specializes in the plating of automotive parts.
   • Chrome plating is often used to protect metal from rust.
   • The technician explained the steps involved in the plating process.

   Synonymeselectrodepositionelectroplatinggalvanization

• Verbe désignant l'action de recouvrir une surface d'une fine couche de métal ou de disposer des aliments sur une assiette avant de les servir.

A verb used to indicate the act of covering a surface with a thin layer of metal, or serving food on a plate.

1. Cover with a thin layerB2formal

   To coat a metal object with a thin layer of another metal, often for protection or decoration.

   plaquer (un métal)

   • The jeweler plated the ring with gold.
   • They plated the steel with chrome to prevent rust.
   • The silverware was plated with a thin layer of nickel.

   Synonymescladcoatelectroplategildlaminatenickeloverlaysilver

   Antonymesbarestrip

2. B1informal

   To arrange and serve food on a plate, especially in an attractive way.

   Dresser (un plat)

   • The chef plated the dish with great care.
   • She plated the pasta and added fresh herbs on top.
   • He plated the dessert beautifully for the guests.

   Synonymesarrangedish upplatterpresentserve