Engilded

/ɛnˈɡɪldɪd/ adjective

Definition

Covered with gold or made golden; decorated with a gold coating or appearance.

Etymology

Past participle of engild, from en- plus gilded. This adjective form indicates something that has undergone the process of being covered with gold.

Kelly Says

Picture Renaissance artists talking about their masterpieces—engilded icons and altarpieces weren't just covered in gold, they were transformed into objects that seemed to hold light itself!

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