bullion

noun

bul·​lion ˈbu̇l-yən  -ˌyän 

1

a

: gold or silver considered as so much metal

the bullion contained in a silver dollar

specifically : uncoined gold or silver in bars or ingots

over a million dollars in gold bullion

b

: metal in the mass

lead bullion

2

clothing : lace, braid, or fringe of gold or silver threads

the bullion on his uniform

Examples of bullion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Another consideration when buying gold in the retail market is how the sticker price of the bullion compares to the spot price of gold. —Erika Tulfo, CNN, 27 Oct. 2024

Gold as an Investment Investors have several ways to include gold in their portfolios: Physical Gold: Coins like American Eagles or bullion bars are popular for those seeking direct ownership. —Bymatthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024

The rally has been boosted by the central banks of China, India and Turkey easing their reliance on the US dollar as well as retail giant Costco stocking 1-ounce bullion bars. —Erika Tulfo, CNN, 27 Oct. 2024

Rob Haworth, a senior vice president and investment strategist at U.S. Bank, generally warns investors against making bullion a big part of their portfolios. —Greg McKenna, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French billion, bullion melting house, bullion, probably blend of Middle French bille ingot, piece of money (from Old French, log) and Anglo-French *bulliun, buillun cauldron, from Old French boillon froth on boiling liquid, broth — more at billet, bouillon

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

bullion

noun

bul·​lion ˈbu̇l-yən 

: gold or silver especially in bars or blocks