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galvanize

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gal·va·nize

galvanize

pronunciation:: gael v naIz

part of speech:	transitive verb
inflections:	galvanizes, galvanizing, galvanized
definition 1:	to subject to or stimulate by an electric current. In Mary Shelley's book, Dr. Frankenstein galvanizes a corpse in order to bring it to life.
definition 2:	to stimulate into awareness or activity. The impending war galvanized the nation's industries. antonyms: paralyze
definition 3:	to coat (iron or steel) with zinc to prevent rust.
related words:	charge, electrify, encourage, excite, intoxicate, provoke, rouse
derivations:	galvanization (n.), galvanizer (n.)

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