anodized
anodized is the simple past and past participle of anodize.
Meaning of anodize
Verb
anodize (third-person singular simple present anodizes, present participle anodizing, simple past and past participle anodized)
- to coat the surface of a metal electrolytically with an oxide, either as protection or decoration
Adjective
anodized (comparative more anodized, superlative most anodized)
- Of a metal object: having a surface layer of oxide, for decoration or protection, and formed via an electrolytic process.
- This deluxe machine features anodized aluminum handles on all adjusting levers.
- (Clango): What is it like having an inferior thought process?
(Maura): You know there are nicer ways to phrase that question, my anodized chum.2000, Richard Stevens, Diesel Sweeties (webcomic)
Forms of anodized
| comparative | more anodized |
|---|---|
| superlative | most anodized |
| alternative form | anodised |
Words formed from anodized
Questions about anodized
- What does anodized mean?
- Anodized means of a metal object: having a surface layer of oxide, for decoration or protection, and formed via an electrolytic process.
- What is anodized the simple past and past participle of?
- Anodized is the simple past and past participle of anodize.
- What part of speech is anodized?
- Anodized is an adjective.
Words near anodized in the dictionary
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