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โ‡ฑ ANODIZE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster


anodized; anodizing

transitive verb

: to subject (a metal) to electrolytic action as the anode of a cell in order to coat with a protective or decorative film

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The premium version will have anodized aluminum for the top and bottom plates. โ€”๐Ÿ‘ Image
New Atlas, 14 Feb. 2026
The colors are e-coated instead of anodized on most models (which creates a less smooth texture), the case is lighter and simpler, and disassembly is generally more complicated. โ€”๐Ÿ‘ Image
Henri Robbins, Wired News, 23 Aug. 2025
Chamfered internal edges on the top case are anodized, an unusual and classy touch even on a premium keyboard. โ€”๐Ÿ‘ Image
Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
The fascia plates have been precision machined, glass blasted, brushed and then anodized in a tungsten titanium grey. โ€”๐Ÿ‘ Image
Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Word History

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anodize was in 1931

Cite this Entry

โ€œAnodize.โ€ Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anodize. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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anodize

verb
anodized; anodizing
: to cause (a metal) to undergo electrolytic action as the anode of a cell in order to coat with a protective or decorative film
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