Definition of "hot-dip" [hot-dip]

• A method of galvanizing iron or steal by passing it through a bath of molten zinc. (noun)

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• "Snug tightened, hot-dip galvanised Grade 4.6 bolts are recommended for steel trusses."
• "The potential equalization bar may be made of hot-dip galvanized strip steel of min. dimensions 30 x 3 mm."
• "When preparing earth leads care has to be taken to cut hot-dip galvanized materials by shears or saw only."