gilt
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Pronunciation
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[change]- (uncountable) A gilt is a thin layer of gold.
- (countable) (finance) A gilt is a security issued by the Bank of England.
Verb
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- The past tense and past participle of gild.
- Synonym: gilded
Adjective
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- If something is gilt, it is covered with gold or has a golden color.