v. A past tense and a past participle of gild1. adj. 1. Covered with gold or gilt. 2. Resembling gold, as in color or luster. n. 1. A thin layer of gold or a paint containing or simulating gold that is applied in gilding. 2. Superficial brilliance or gloss. 3. Slang Money. |
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n. A young sow that has not farrowed. [Middle English, young sow, from Old Norse gyltr.] |
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