laitonner

Senses

1. 1.

   to coat with brass

   to overlay or cover (metal) with a layer of brass through electroplating or mechanical means

2. 2.

   to plate with brass

   to apply a brass coating for decorative or protective purposes

Examples

• "L'artisan a laitonné les poignées de la porte pour les protéger."

  The craftsman brass-plated the door handles to protect them.

• "Ces pièces de cuivre ont été laitonnées pour un effet doré."

  These copper pieces were brass-coated for a golden effect.

• "On lationne souvent les objets en acier pour éviter la rouille."

  Steel objects are often brass-plated to prevent rust.

Usage

A technical/craft term, most commonly used in metalworking and restoration contexts. Regular first-group verb (-er). Not commonly encountered in everyday French.