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gilding

/ˈɡɪldɪŋ/

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1 · n.

a thin layer of gold used for decoration

镀金；贴金

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The frame's gilding had worn away at the corners.
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画框角上的镀金已经磨掉了。
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Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪldɪŋ/

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