Definition of "gild" in Englisch

verb

1. (transitive) To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.

2. (transitive) To adorn.

3. (transitive, cooking) To decorate with a golden surface appearance.

4. (transitive) To give a bright or pleasing aspect to.

5. (transitive) To give a brilliant colour or flush to one's face; (also) to make appear drunk.

noun

1. Archaic spelling of guild.