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to galvanize
01
to make a muscle move using electricity
Transitive: to galvanize a muscle
02
to cover iron or steel with a thin layer of zinc to protect it from corrosion
Transitive: to galvanize iron or steel
03
to push someone into taking action, particularly by evoking a strong emotion in them
Transitive: to galvanize sb
galvanize
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galvan
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galvanizer
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galvanizer
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galvanizing
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galvanizing
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Example
They attached the electrodes to strategically galvanize specific muscle groups in the rat abdominal wall.
The scientists used a small electric current to galvanize the isolated frog leg and induce muscle contractions.
Early electrotherapists lightly galvanized the affected limbs hoping to stimulate muscle recovery in patients.
The success of early volunteers quickly galvanized wider support and participation in the conservation initiative.
After several lackluster years, the new coach has really galvanized the team with her energetic leadership style.
