Gold
(noun)
- A yellow precious metal, the chemical element of atomic number 79, valued esp. for use in jewelry and decoration, and to guarantee the value of currencies.
- Something likened to gold in brightness, preciousness, superiority, etc.
- A deep yellow color.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english geolu; akin to old high german geolo gold, latin aurum, greek chrysos.
Examples:
- The Gold price is increasing day by day.
- The ring was made of pure gold.
- He was wearing a gold watch.
- The gold medal is the top prize.
- The sunset was a brilliant gold.