vermeil

noun

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

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Her gold vermeil and 14-karat designs are inspired by art and nature, and the brand also offers bespoke personalization, and a repair service. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2025 The Awe Inspired Snake Wrap Ring features a textured snake that can be ordered in 14K yellow gold vermeil or sterling silver. Jessica Comstock, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025 Gold plating or vermeil is a more affordable choice, but these coatings may wear off over time. Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2025 Tiffany has a pop-up experience at this year's Open where a one-of-a-kind tennis racket is on display, featuring 5 carats of diamonds, alongside a 24-karat gold vermeil tennis ball, stitched with almost 7 carats of diamonds. Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vermeil

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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“Vermeil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vermeil. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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