silver plate

The term "silver plate" refers to objects coated with a thin layer of silver, often used in dining and decorative contexts.

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Definition

B2Metalworking

(technical)A thin layer of silver applied to the surface of a base metal, usually through electroplating.

Example

  • The jeweler applied a silver plate to the copper bracelet to give it a more luxurious look.

B2Tableware

(domestic)Domestic items such as cutlery and serving dishes that are coated with a thin layer of silver.

Example

  • The dinner set includes silver plate forks and spoons.

C1Historical

(antique)Items from the 18th and 19th centuries made with a layer of silver fused to another metal, often referred to as Sheffield silver.

Example

  • The antique shop displayed a beautiful collection of Sheffield silver plate candlesticks.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "silver plate":

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