another word for chromium when it is used in dyes or pigments
"The ancient alchemists sought to create a dye using chrome derived from minerals found near volcanic vents."
Chromium, when used to plate other metals.
"The car's hubcaps were coated in a shiny layer of chrome to resist rust and corrosion."
In plain English: Chrome is shiny, reflective metal that makes things look polished and modern.
"The new laptop has a sleek chrome finish that catches the light beautifully."
treat with a chromium compound
"The antique silverware was chrome to prevent tarnishing and give it a bright, reflective finish."
To plate with chrome.
"The mechanic decided to have the old car bumper plated with chrome to make it shine like new."
The word came into English directly from French, where it was already used to describe a bright yellow pigment derived from chromium ore. It retained its original meaning of referring to the shiny metallic element and later extended to mean anything with a polished, silver-like appearance.