plating

noun

plat·​ing ˈplā-tiŋ How to pronounce plating (audio)
1
: the act or process of plating
2
a
: a coating of metal plates
b
: a thin coating of metal

Examples of plating in a Sentence

spoons covered in silver plating
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So, expect lots of technique complemented by balanced flavors and pristine plating. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 Jan. 2025 Plus, it’s made from durable brass that’s covered in 14-carat gold plating that’s hypoallergenic, waterproof, and tarnish-resistant, according to the brand. Clara McMahon, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025 Unlike Olympic medals these days which are mostly made of silver with gold plating, these were smaller and made entirely of gold. Michael Casey, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025 The beauty will focus not just on the presentation, but in the transparency of the culinary process, from sourcing to plating. Amber Love Bond, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plating

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of plating was in the 15th century

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“Plating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plating. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

plating

noun
plat·​ing
ˈplāt-iŋ
1
: the act or process of covering especially with metal plate
2
: a coating of metal plates or plate
armor plating
the plating wore off the spoons

Medical Definition

plating

noun
plat·​ing ˈplāt-iŋ How to pronounce plating (audio)
1
: the spreading of a sample of cells or microorganisms on a nutrient medium in a petri dish
2
: the immobilization of a fractured bone by securing a metal plate to it

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