green gold

• Метафорический термин, обозначающий растения, сельскохозяйственные культуры или природные ресурсы, имеющие высокую ценность; часто используется в контексте сельского хозяйства, лесного хозяйства или экологической экономики.

A metaphorical term referring to plants, crops, or natural resources that are highly valuable, often used in contexts of agriculture, forestry, or environmental economics.

1. Valuable plant resourcesB2formal

   A metaphorical term for plants, crops, or forests that are considered economically valuable, often referring to agricultural products or timber.

   Зелёное золото

   • The country's green gold, its vast forests, is a major export.
   • Farmers view their avocado harvest as green gold.
   • The region's green gold is its thriving tea plantations.

2. A specific alloyC1formal

   A type of gold alloy with a greenish tint, created by mixing gold with silver or other metals.

   Зелёное золото

   • The antique ring was made of green gold.
   • Jewelers sometimes use green gold for unique designs.
   • Green gold is less common than yellow or white gold.