Gilding

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪldɪŋ/

Gilding (noun)

  1. A thin layer of gold put on the surface of an object to make it look bright and valuable.
  2. The act of making something seem more attractive or impressive than it really is.

Examples

  • The gilding on the frame looks bright in the sun.
  • Old gilding can peel if the surface is not protected.

Gilding (verb)

  1. To cover a surface with a thin layer of gold to improve its appearance.

Examples

  • They gilding the statue to make it look valuable.
  • The artist gilding the edges carefully before painting.