gilt


Definition: Meaning of, gilt in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ɡɪlt /

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gilt gilts
  1. [uncountable] a thin shiny material, such as gold or something similar, used to cover objects for decoration
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  2. [countable] a STOCK or SHARE that is GILT-EDGED
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  1. covered with gilt
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gilt used in phrases

  • gilt-edged (adjective)
    1. gilt-edged STOCK s or SHARE s do not give you much INTEREST (= additional money) but are considered very safe as they are sold mainly by governments
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