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gild Definition and Meaning in English (gild definition)

verb
Synonyms:plateoverlaygold-plate
Quick Answer • Definition

Gild definition: To cover an object with a thin layer of gold or a gold-like substance.

Definitions of Gild

  1. 1verb

    To cover an object with a thin layer of gold or a gold-like substance.

  2. 2verb

    To make something appear better or more attractive than it really is, often by adding superficial embellishments.

Example Sentences

casual

“The artist decided to gild the frame of the painting to give it a luxurious look.”

idiomatic

“It's pointless to gild the lily; its natural beauty is enough.”

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past tensegilded
present participlegilding
agent noungilder

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