galvanization - v.tr.
(also -ise)
1 (often foll. by into) rouse forcefully, esp. by shock or excitement (was galvanized into action).
2 stimulate by or as if by electricity.
3 coat (iron) with zinc (usu. without the use of electricity) as a protection against rust.

galvanization n. galvanizer n. [F galvaniser: see GALVANISM]