Meaning of the word gild in English
What does gild mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gild
US /ɡɪld/
UK /ɡɪld/
Verb
1.
to cover thinly with gold
Example:
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The artist decided to gild the frame of the painting.
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The ancient statue was once gilded with pure gold.
2.
to give a specious or false brilliance to
Example:
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He tried to gild his past mistakes with excuses.
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The politician attempted to gild the grim reality of the economic situation.
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