An outer layer or covering
“The plating on the spaceship protected it from the harsh conditions of outer space.”
A coating or defensive armor of metal plates
“The knight's plating reflected the sunlight as he rode into battle, his armor shining brilliantly.”
The process leading to the formation or deposition of layers
Present participle for to coat with a (typically metallic) layer
“Then, when it is cool, they knock the clay out and cover the idol with black pitch for about two days, and then plate it with gold.”
Present participle for to separate into thin plates or layers
Present participle for to cover thinly with gold
Present participle for to describe or express in too exaggerated terms
Present participle for to coat or plate with silver
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