verb
- to treat or coat (a material, especially steel or iron) with chromium or a chromium compound to increase hardness and corrosion resistance
Usage: technical; metallurgy
Examples
- The factory chromizes steel parts to improve their durability.
- Engineers chromize the metal components to prevent rust and wear.
- The process chromizes the surface, creating a protective layer.
- Industrial manufacturers chromizes tools to extend their lifespan.