Definitions

1. verb

to treat or coat with a liquid mercury amalgam, especially for protection or preservation.

“The conservator had to mercuride the delicate artifacts to prevent damage from humidity.”

2. noun

a substance or coating made from mercury and another metal, used for preservation or protection.

“The mercuride applied to the object helped it withstand extreme temperatures.”

3. noun

a protective or preservative coating, especially one made with mercury.

“The scientist applied a mercuride to the metal to prevent corrosion.”