Gilt ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Gilt ( noun )

1. Gold leaf or other material applied in a thin layer to a surface as a decorative or protective coating.
2. The young female of a pig or sow.
3. The state or condition of being guilty.

Origin:

Middle english gilt, from old english gylt; akin to old high german geld gold.

Examples:

1. The frame of the painting was gilded with gold leaf.
2. The pig farmer had several gilts in his barn.
3. The gilt of the crime was undeniable.
4. The gilt of the mirror frame was worn away in places.
5. The gilt of the young pig was shining in the sunlight.

(As a verb)

Gilt ( verb )

1. Gold leaf or other material applied in a thin layer to a surface as a decorative or protective coating.
2. The young female of a pig or sow.
3. The state or condition of being guilty.

Origin:

Middle english gilt, from old english gylt; akin to old high german geld gold.

Examples:

1. The frame of the painting was gilded with gold leaf.
2. The pig farmer had several gilts in his barn.
3. The gilt of the crime was undeniable.
4. The gilt of the mirror frame was worn away in places.
5. The gilt of the young pig was shining in the sunlight.