Definition of Galvanize
Galvanize
gal·va·nize
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(verb)
to stimulate or shock someone, using or as if using electric current, into taking/performing some action;
e.g. The warning siren will galvanize them into packing their belongings and leaving the building.
(verb)
to excite or stimulate something or someone, using or as if by using electric current;
e.g. The article will galvanize their opinions on this matter.
(verb)
to coat steel or iron with a layer of zinc in order to protect it and prevent rusting;
e.g. They will galvanize the iron fixtures before installing them.
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