galvanic
adjective
gal·van·ic
gal-ˈva-nik 
1
a
: of, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
a galvanic cell
b
: caused by galvanism
—used especially of the corrosion of metallic objects as a result of electrolytic action
… an effective alternative to conventional copper paints that cause galvanic corrosion of metals underwater.—
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a
: having an electric effect : intensely exciting
a galvanic performance
b
: produced as if by an electric shock
had a galvanic effect on the audience
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Her performance had a galvanic effect on the audience.
her galvanic rendition of the song received rapturous applause
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Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2024
One of our favorite beauty tools, this device combines four technologies into one—red light therapy, galvanic current, facial massage, and therapeutic warmth.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024
Those include red light masks for face, neck and eye; a 4-in-1 massage wand that also incorporates heat, massage and galvanic current; a miniature red light for travel, and a red-and-blue light tool to spot treat acne.
—James Manso, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024
The galvanic silver dial has been designed to ensure optimal readability.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024
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“Galvanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/galvanic. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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galvanic
adjective
gal·van·ic
gal-ˈvan-ik
: of, relating to, involving, or producing a direct current of electricity
galvanic stimulation of flaccid muscles
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