nickelize
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of nickelize
Example Sentences
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These pieces are inclosed in a nickelized copper box provided with a screw cap, C. The resistance of both the receiver and transmitter bobbin is 200 ohms.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 531, March 6, 1886 by Various
The nails may be replaced by copper or any other metal, or they may be well nickelized; but common nails answer very well, and do not oxidize much.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 508, September 26, 1885 by Various
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