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gold

gold [ gōld ] (plural golds)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. yellow metallic element: a soft, heavy, corrosion-resistant, yellow metallic element that is highly valued, found in underground veins and alluvial deposits. Use: jewelry, alloys.
Symbol  Au


2. rich yellow hue: a deep rich yellow color that resembles that of the metal gold

3. things made of gold: things made of gold, e.g. coins or pieces of jewelry

4. wealth: much money or wealth

5.  ( informal )
Same as  gold medal


6. archery bull's eye: the bull's eye of a target, which is usually gilt

[ Old English< Indo-European]

gold adjective
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