zincous

UK
/ˈzɪŋkəs/
US
/ˈzɪŋkəs/

Translations

zincousadjective
UK
/ˈzɪŋkəs/
US
/ˈzɪŋkəs/
The zincous coating on the metal prevents rust.
Цинковое покрытие на металле предотвращает ржавчину.

Definitions

zincousadjective
Of, relating to, or containing zinc.
The engineer specified a zincous coating to protect the bolts from corrosion.
(Chemistry, dated) Designating a compound in which zinc is present in the +2 oxidation state.
Zincous chloride (ZnCl₂) is commonly used as a flux in soldering.