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white gold

noun

: a pale alloy of gold especially with nickel or palladium that resembles platinum in appearance

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The tiara is a modern iteration on the quintessential royal accessory, featuring diamonds and baguettes with polished white gold. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 To mark the beginning of the partnership, a unique Norqain Wild One of 1 watch in 18-carat white gold will be awarded to the Player of the Game presented by Norqain at the end of each 2025 NHL Global Series game. Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 Nov. 2025 On his wrist, Liu wore the 40mm Day-Date with a meteorite dial in a white gold case by Rolex, a founding supporter of the Academy Museum and the gala’s sponsor. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025 This mini half tennis bracelet features diamonds set in 14K yellow or white gold—elevated enough for a special occasion like your anniversary dinner yet subtle enough for everyday wear. Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 13 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for white gold

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of white gold was in 1548

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“White gold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20gold. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

white gold

noun
: a pale mixture of gold especially with nickel or palladium that resembles platinum in appearance
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