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an·o·dize
(ăn′ə-dīz′)tr.v. an·o·dized, an·o·diz·ing, an·o·diz·es
To coat (a metallic surface) electrolytically with a protective or decorative oxide.
an′o·di·za′tion (-dĭ-zā′shən) n.
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anodize
(ˈænəˌdaɪz) oranodise
vb
(Chemistry) to coat (a metal, such as aluminium or magnesium) with a protective oxide film by electrolysis
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an•o•dize
(ˈæn əˌdaɪz)v.t. -dized, -diz•ing.
to coat a metal, esp. magnesium or aluminum, with a protective film by electrolytic means.
an`o•di•za′tion, n.
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anodize
Past participle: anodized
Gerund: anodizing
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