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silver-plated

adjective

: covered with a thin layer of silver
a silver-plated tray

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The Silver Anything sterling or silver-plated, from julep cups to picture frames to utensils, is fair game for a monogram. Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025 This usually means three tiers: savory finger sandwiches; scones, clotted cream and jam; and sweet pastries, plus tea brewing in a china or silver-plated pot. Susanne Fowler, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025 As for me, my silverware was silver-plated, and held no sentimental value. Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2025 The Erin Andrews version gets you a set of three bracelets: one metal pull-tie closure bracelet and two elastic bracelets with gold or silver-plated beads. Tim Chan, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Oct. 2023 Dial options include black, silver-plated or aqua. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2023

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“Silver-plated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silver-plated. Accessed 11 Dec. 2025.

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