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to electroform

to electroform

9.5
To make a metal object by building metal onto a mold using electricity
  • verb
  • /ɪˈlɛktrəˌfɔrm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : electroformar
  • Engineers electroformed the prototype components to ensure precise measurements and durability.

Examples

  • Artists often electroform jewelry pieces to achieve unique textures and shapes.

  • The company uses advanced techniques to electroform intricate metal parts for electronics.

  • They will electroform the metal parts for the new design.

  • The artist electroformed a beautiful sculpture last year.

  • The artist decided to electroform a delicate layer of silver onto the glass sculpture for a stunning finish.

  • By using an advanced technique, they can electroform intricate designs on the metal surface of the jewelry.

  • He plans to electroform a metal casing for the new prototype to enhance its durability.

Synonyms

to electroplate
vsto electroform
  • Specialized
1 8.0

To cover an object with a thin layer of metal using electricity

is used to build or coat by depositing metal onto a mold
to metallize
vsto electroform
  • Specialized
8.4

Cover an object with a thin metal layer for shine or protection

is specific to making or coating shapes by depositing metal onto a mold

Surface Forms

electroform infinitive
electroformed past
electroformed past participle
electroforming present participle
electroforms third person singular

Morphology

electroform = form (semi-transparent) = electro + form

The meaning is compositional from 'electro-' plus 'form', but the verb is a technical term for a specialized electroplating process rather than a fully ordinary everyday derivation.

Etymology

Electroform combines electro- (seen in electric) and form ('shape'). So, to electroform something is to 'shape' or coat it by using electric current to add metal onto a mold.