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electrodeposition

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The deposition of a metal on a cathode during electrolysis; used as a method of purification.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Examples

  • Near-synonym: electroplating

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: electroplating

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

the deposition of a substance on an electrode by the action of electricity (especially by electrolysis)

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: deposition, deposit

History

Etymology

Etymology tree French électro-bor. Latin ēlectrum Latin electro-bor. English electro- English deposition English electrodeposition From electro- + deposition.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: électrodéposition — deposition of a metal on a cathode during electrolysis
  • Greek: ηλεκτροαπόθεση (ilektroapóthesi) — deposition of a metal on a cathode during electrolysis
  • Italian: elettrodeposizione — deposition of a metal on a cathode during electrolysis