nickel
//ˈnɪkəl//
Noun
nickelSingular
nickelsPlural
1
A hard, silvery-white metallic chemical element with the symbol Ni and atomic number 28, used in alloys and plating.
Nickel is often used to make stainless steel.
2
A United States coin worth five cents, made of a copper-nickel alloy.
I found a nickel on the sidewalk.
Synonym
Verb
1
To coat or plate with nickel.
The factory nickels metal parts to prevent rust.