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pas⋅si⋅vate

  [pas-uh-veyt]
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–verb (used with object), -vat⋅ed, -vat⋅ing. Metallurgy.
to treat (a metal) to render the surface less reactive chemically.
Origin:
1910–15; passive + -ate 1
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Passivation
using Nitric & Citric Acid Methods Prevent Rusting of Stainless Steel
www.ptiindustries.com
Passivation Services
On-Time and On-Budget For Systems & Components.
www.AstroPak.com
pas·si·vate   (pās'ə-vāt')   
v.   pas·si·vat·ed, pas·si·vat·ing, pas·si·vates

v.   tr.

  1. To treat or coat (a metal) in order to reduce the chemical reactivity of its surface.

  2. To coat (a semiconductor, for example) with an oxide layer to protect against contamination and increase electrical stability.

pas'si·va'tion n., pas'si·va·tor n.
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