vermeil

noun

ver·​meil
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ver-ˈmā How to pronounce vermeil (audio)
vər-
: gilded silver
vermeil adjective

Examples of vermeil in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Gold Vermeil: 18k gold vermeil plating over sterling silver combines the luxury of gold with the durability of sterling silver. Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 2 July 2024 Choose from 14-karat gold plated or 18-karat gold vermeil and four different gold finishes: rose gold, white gold, white and yellow gold, and yellow gold. Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 8 May 2024 The handmade necklace comes in 14-karat gold vermeil or sterling silver with a beautiful rainbow charm in the same material. Maya Polton, Parents, 27 Mar. 2024 The dragon, the sensational centerpiece of the pen that embraces the cap, is crafted in gold vermeil. Nancy Olson, Forbes, 12 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vermeil 

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Word History

Etymology

borrowed from Middle French, from vermeil "bright red" — more at vermilion

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vermeil was in 1530

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Cite this Entry

“Vermeil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vermeil. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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