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gild

The correct spelling is gild.

How to pronounce gild

verb

IPA: /ɡɪld/

Say it like: Jil-d

The correct spelling is gild. To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.
  2. 2.To adorn.
  3. 3.To decorate with a golden surface appearance.
  4. 4.To give a bright or pleasing aspect to.
  5. 5.To make appear drunk.

noun

  1. 1.A group or association mainly of tradespeople made up of merchants, craftspeople, or artisans for mutual aid, particularly in the Middle Ages.
  2. 2.A corporation.
  3. 3.A group of diverse species that share common characteristics or habits.
  4. 4.An organized group of players who regularly play together in a multiplayer game.

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