metallize verb trans. ['mɛt(ǝ)lʌɪz] Also metallise, *metalize. L16.
[from METAL noun + -IZE.]
1. Make metallic; give a metallic form or appearance to. L16.

2. Coat or cover with metal. E20.

■ metalli'zation noun M17.

■ metallizer noun a machine or plant for metallizing something; a person or organization involved in metallizing something: M20.

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