goldplate
/ˈɡoʊldpleɪt/
verb
- To cover a metal object with a thin layer of gold.
- Some companies goldplate inexpensive metals to sell them as fine jewelry.
- The jeweler will goldplate the silver necklace to give it a luxurious finish.
- They decided to goldplate the handles of the antique cabinet for a more elegant look.
noun
- A thin layer of gold applied to the surface of another metal.
- The goldplate on the watch began to wear off after years of use.
- This ring is made of brass with a goldplate coating.
- The museum displayed a set of silver cups with goldplate accents.