Definition, synonyms and related words
simple past tense and past participle of plate
"The antique silver was plated to give it a shiny, protective layer without using solid metal."
In plain English: To plate something means to cover it with a thin layer of metal, usually for decoration or protection.
"The silverware was plated with gold to make it look more elegant."
Covered with plates or scales.
"The ancient dragon was plated in shimmering, metallic scales that reflected the sunlight."
In plain English: Plated means having food served on fancy dishes instead of being eaten directly from its cooking pot.
"The silverware looked elegant because each fork was carefully plated with polished metal."