gold-plate

• Recouvrir quelque chose d'une fine couche d'or, ou au sens figuré, ajouter des détails coûteux ou superflus pour rendre quelque chose plus précieux en apparence.

A verb meaning to cover something with a thin layer of gold, or figuratively to add expensive or unnecessary features to something to make it seem more valuable.

1. Plate with goldB2formal

   To cover an object with a thin layer of gold, typically for decoration or protection.

   Dorer (avec une fine couche d'or)

   • The jeweler gold-plated the silver necklace to give it a luxurious finish.
   • They gold-plated the trophy for the championship winner.
   • The company specializes in gold-plating electronic connectors for better conductivity.

   Synonymesgildgold leaf