electroplate

verb (used with object), e·lec·tro·plat·ed, e·lec·tro·plat·ing.

1. to plate or coat with a metal by electrolysis.

noun

2. electroplated articles or ware.

verb

1. (tr) to plate (an object) by electrolysis

noun

2. electroplated articles collectively, esp when plated with silver

adjective

3. coated with metal by electrolysis; electroplated