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plating (EN)
noun

noun “plating”

singular plating, plural platings or uncountable
  1. a thin layer of metal covering something else
    The silver plating on the antique vase has started to fade, revealing the base metal beneath.
  2. the arrangement and presentation of food on a plate
    At the culinary competition, the chefs were judged on taste and plating.
  3. metal plates used as protective armor
    The tank's heavy plating protected it from enemy fire during the battle.