gold
- Noun. (uncountable) A heavy yellow elemental metal of great value, with atomic number 79 and symbol Au.
- Noun. (countable) A coin made of this material, or supposedly so.
- Noun. (countable) A bright yellow colour, resembling the metal gold.
- Noun. (countable) The bullseye of an archery target.
- Noun. (countable) A gold medal.
- Noun. (figuratively) Anything or anyone considered to be very valuable.
- Adjective. Made of gold.
- Adjective. Having the colour of gold.
- Adjective. (context, of commercial services) Premium, superior.
- Verb. To pyrolyze or burn food until the color begins to change to a light brown, but not as dark as browning.
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