Chrome
[krəʊm] or [krom]
Definition
(noun.) another word for chromium when it is used in dyes or pigments.
(verb.) treat with a chromium compound.
(verb.) plate with chromium; 'chrome bathroom fixtures'.
Typed by Gwendolyn--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) Same as Chromium.
Edited by Alison
Examples
- There is also a tannage made from minerals that is called chrome. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- Marvin's safe was globeshaped, to present no salient points for the action of tools, made of chrome steel, mounted in this shape on a platform, or enclosed in a fire-proof safe. William Henry Doolittle. Inventions in the Century.
- Any desired color can be used, such as Prussian blue, chrome green, yellow, vermilion, etc. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
- Ninety to one hundred days are required to tan bark leathers, while the chrome tannage is very quick and on the average requires only about three weeks. Various. The Wonder Book of Knowledge.
- Yellow ochre stirred in makes yellow wash, but chrome goes further, and makes a color generally esteemed prettier. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
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