platinum

/ˈplætənəm/
adjective
  1. Made of or covered with platinum metal.
    • She bought a platinum bracelet for her anniversary.
    • He wore a platinum watch that matched his cufflinks.
    • The museum displayed a platinum crown from the 18th century.
  2. Having a light, silvery-gray color.
    • The wedding invitations were printed on platinum paper.
    • Her platinum hair stood out in the crowd.
    • He drove a platinum sedan that looked very elegant.
  3. Of the highest quality, value, or level (e.g., platinum membership, platinum service).
    • She paid for a platinum ticket that included access to the VIP lounge.
    • The hotel's platinum package includes a private butler and a suite.
    • The airline offers platinum status to its most frequent flyers.
noun
  1. A valuable, silvery-white metal that is used in jewelry, electronics, and industrial processes.
    • She inherited a platinum necklace from her grandmother.
    • Platinum is often used in catalytic converters to reduce car emissions.
    • The ring was made of pure platinum and weighed over ten grams.
  2. A light, silvery-gray color, like the metal.
    • The car was painted a sleek platinum that shimmered in the sun.
    • She chose a platinum shade for her living room walls.
    • The designer used platinum accents to give the dress a modern look.
  3. A status or award indicating the highest level of achievement, especially in music (e.g., platinum record).
    • The band's new album went platinum within a month of its release.
    • She earned a platinum award for selling over a million copies.
    • The singer celebrated her first platinum record with a big party.