Definition of "gold-plated" in English

adjective

1. Having a thin layer of gold applied to the surface, often by electrolysis.

2. (of projects, systems, etc.) Incorporating costly or otherwise excessive features or refinements unnecessarily; overengineered.

3. (of laws, regulations, etc.) Embellished to excess, especially so as to be stifling, or rigid and inflexible.

verb

1. simple past and past participle of gold-plate