gilding. The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000.

The American Heritage^® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000.

gilding

SYLLABICATION:	gild·ing
PRONUNCIATION:	gldng
NOUN:	1. The art or process of applying gilt to a surface. 2. Gold leaf or a paint containing or simulating gold; gilt. 3. Something used to give a superficially attractive appearance.


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