white gold
"White gold" can refer to both a type of precious metal alloy and various valuable white commodities.
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Definition
B2Jewelry
(technical)A precious metal alloy made by combining gold with other metals like palladium, nickel, or silver to give it a silvery-white color.
Example
- She chose a white gold ring for her engagement.
C1Commodities
(colloquial)A term used to describe valuable white commodities like cotton, sugar, or porcelain.
Example
- In the 18th century, sugar was often referred to as white gold due to its high value.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "white gold":
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