gal·va·nism (g l v -n z m)n. 1. Direct-current electricity, especially when produced chemically. Also called voltaism. 2. Therapeutic application of direct-current electricity, especially the electric stimulation of nerves and muscle. [After Luigi Galvani.] |
galvanism [ˈgælvəˌnɪzəm]
n
1. (Physics / General Physics) Obsolete electricity, esp when produced by chemical means as in a cell or battery
2. (Medicine) Med treatment involving the application of electric currents to tissues
[via French from Italian galvanismo, after Luigi Galvani (1737-98), Italian physiologist]
galvanism
a direct electrical current, especially one produced by chemical action. — galvanic, adj.
See also: Physics
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| Noun | 1. | galvanism - electricity produced by chemical action electricity - a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons |
| 2. | galvanism - the therapeutic application of electricity to the body (as in the treatment of various forms of paralysis) therapy - (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.); "the quarterback is undergoing treatment for a knee injury"; "he tried every treatment the doctors suggested"; "heat therapy gave the best relief" ECT, electroconvulsive therapy, electroshock, electroshock therapy - the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma |
Translations
galvanism
n → Galvanismus m
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