silver plate

• Capa fina de plata aplicada sobre la superficie de otro metal, generalmente con fines decorativos o para fabricar cubertería. También se usa en sentido figurado para describir algo presentado de forma muy ventajosa o lujosa.

A thin layer of silver applied to the surface of another metal, typically for decorative purposes or to create tableware. Also used figuratively to describe something presented in a very favorable or luxurious way.

1. Metal coatingB2formal

   A thin layer of silver applied to the surface of another metal, typically for decoration or protection.

   Baño de plata

   • The antique spoon is made of copper with a silver plate finish.
   • Silver plate can tarnish over time if not properly cared for.
   • He bought a set of silver plate cutlery for the dinner party.

2. Dish or serving itemB2formal

   A serving dish or plate made of or coated with silver.

   fuente de plata

   • The hostess brought out the turkey on a large silver plate.
   • The silver plate was engraved with the family crest.
   • They used a silver plate to serve the appetizers at the banquet.