Electroplating - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Electroplate \E*lec"tro*plate`\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Electroplating.] (Mech.) To plate or cover with a coating of metal, usually silver, nickel, or gold, by means of electrolysis.

Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

Electroplating : \E*lec"tro*pla`ting\, n. The art or process of depositing a coating (commonly) of silver, gold, or nickel on an inferior metal, by means of electricity.

Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
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