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gilt

/ɡɪlt/

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1 · noun

a thin layer of gold or a gold-colored coating

镀金层；金色涂层

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The gilt on the picture frame had worn away at the corners.
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画框四角的镀金层已经磨损。
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Pronunciation: /ɡɪlt/

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