Definition of galvanic
1a : of, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
a galvanic cell
b : caused by galvanism —used especially of the corrosion of metallic objects as a result of electrolytic action… an effective alternative to conventional copper paints that cause galvanic corrosion of metals underwater. — Cruising World
2a : having an electric effect : intensely exciting
a galvanic performance
b : produced as if by an electric shock
had a galvanic effect on the audience
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The first known use of galvanic was in 1797
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