Afterchrome

Pronunciation: /ˈæftərˌkroʊm/

Definitions of afterchrome

noun a type of finish or coating applied to a surface after it has been chromed

Example Sentences

A1 I like to take pictures with my afterchrome camera.

A2 She bought a new afterchrome case for her phone.

B1 The afterchrome finish on the car made it stand out.

B2 The afterchrome plating on the motorcycle was highly reflective.

C1 The afterchrome coating on the furniture gave it a modern look.

C2 The artist used afterchrome elements in their latest installation to create a futuristic vibe.

Examples of afterchrome in a Sentence

formal The afterchrome coating on the metal surface provides excellent corrosion resistance.

informal I love how shiny and smooth the afterchrome finish looks on my car.

slang Check out the afterchrome on that bike, it's so bling!

figurative The afterchrome of success was finally within his reach after years of hard work.

Grammatical Forms of afterchrome

• past tense: afterchromed
• plural: afterchromes
• comparative: more afterchrome
• superlative: most afterchrome
• present tense: afterchrome
• future tense: will afterchrome
• perfect tense: have afterchromed
• continuous tense: is afterchroming
• singular: afterchrome
• positive degree: afterchrome
• infinitive: to afterchrome
• gerund: afterchroming
• participle: afterchromed

Origin and Evolution of afterchrome

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'afterchrome' is believed to have originated from a combination of the prefix 'after-' meaning following or subsequent, and the word 'chrome' which refers to a type of finish or plating.

Evolution of the word: Initially, 'afterchrome' may have been used to describe a specific type of finishing or plating technique that came after another process. Over time, the word may have evolved to have broader meanings related to anything that comes after or follows a particular event or trend.