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I . gilt [gɪlt] ADJ

II . gilt [gɪlt] N no pl

gilt-edged ADJ

gild [gɪld] VB trans

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1. gild (cover with gold):

gild
золоти́ть

2. gild (light up):

gild
осветля́ть

Usage examples with gilt

gilt-edged securities
гаранти́рованные це́нные бума́ги мн

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

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Rank was indicated by zero to two gilt-metal pips; unit designators were also of gilt metal.
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The trophy is a gilt, outstretched finger atop a square base.
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Known examples are actually of lacquered and gilt wood.
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Gilt-bronze moldings of plaques, statuettes, miniature busts and vases, even integral scrolling gilt-bronze candle stands, further adorn the surfaces of the desk.
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Some items were pure white and gilt, but most were hand painted and decorated with gold leaf.
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The reverse bore the gilt relief inscription 1830 also surrounded by a golden disc.
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The gilt tiles are often used as a background to figures, giving a glowing and sumptuous effect.
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Between them stood a gilt "xoanon", which seems to have been carried outside in sacred processions.
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The winner of the award receives a medal of bronze gilt and a personal gift of 500.
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The medal in its current format is made of silver gilt and awarded with a 5000 prize.
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