vermeil

noun

ver·​meil
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ver-ˈmā How to pronounce vermeil (audio)
vər-
: gilded silver
vermeil adjective

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This Saint Christopher pendant is made of gold vermeil (which is more durable than gold plating) and comes in three different sizes: small, medium, and large. Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024 Monica Vinader Siren Wire Earrings Give this 18k gold vermeil and green onyx earrings to something extra special this year. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 The new Shield trophy includes a blend of 24K gold vermeil and sterling silver with the traditional silver ball at the center of the trophy. Jackie Gutierrez, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 Quince Onyx Rectangular Ring $70 Quince Some of the best men’s gifts come in small packages—like this 18k gold vermeil ring. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vermeil 

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Middle French, from vermeil "bright red" — more at vermilion

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vermeil was in 1530

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“Vermeil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vermeil. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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