Definition

The process of covering a surface with a thin layer of silver or a similar metal, often used to create mirrors.

Example

The silvering of the glass made it reflective and shiny.

Conversation

Have you ever tried silvering a mirror at home?

No, I haven't! How does that even work?

It's actually pretty simple; you just need some silver solution.

That sounds interesting! I might give silvering a shot this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cover something with a thin layer of silver or to make it appear shiny and silver-like.

Example

The artist is silvering the edges of the frame to give it a more elegant look.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the old trees are silvering with age?

Yeah, it's interesting how nature changes over time.

I think it gives them a unique character, don’t you?

Root Explanation

Silvering → It is formed from "silver" (from Old English "seolfor", meaning the metal silver) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "silvering" refers to the process of applying a layer of silver or making something appear silver-like.

Memory Tip

Think of the metal 'silver' and the action of 'making' something silver-like with the '-ing' suffix, which indicates a process.

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