galvanized

adjective

gal·​va·​nized ˈgal-və-ˌnīzd 

: coated with zinc to prevent rust

galvanized steel

a galvanized nail

Examples of galvanized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In some cases, aging galvanized pipes or corroding plumbing fixtures can introduce additional iron into your water. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

It’s designed with a hardtop roof made from galvanized steel, a sturdy aluminum frame, PC screen walls for weather resistance, and removable windows. — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026

One favorite is this shed that’s made of galvanized steel and can easily hold all of your tools, outdoor seat cushions, and more. — Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2026

Tanking involves floating downriver in a livestock tank made of plastic or galvanized metal. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for galvanized

• acclimatized
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised
• capitalized