gild
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɡɪld/
KK: /gɪld/
noun
Definition
A group of people with similar interests or professions, often formed for mutual aid or support.
Example
The gild of artisans met every month to discuss their craft and share techniques.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about joining a gild for artists?
No, I haven't! What exactly is a gild?
It's like a community where artists can share their work and support each other.
That sounds really interesting! I might look into it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
association
brotherhood
union
Antonyms
disbandment
separation
division
transitive verb
Definition
To cover something with a thin layer of gold or to make it look more attractive, often in a way that is not completely honest.
Example
The artist decided to gild the frame of the painting to make it stand out.
Tense Forms
Past: gilded
Past Participle: gilded
Conversation
Did you see how they gild the frames in that gallery?
Yeah, it really makes the artwork pop!
I wonder if they gild everything to make it look more luxurious.
Root Explanation
**Gild** → The word 'gild' originates from Old English 'gyldan', meaning to pay or to give. It refers to the act of covering something with gold or to adorn with a golden layer.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word for 'to pay' or 'to give' — that's why 'gild' means to cover something with gold, as if you are giving it a golden touch.
Visually Confused Words
guild
gil
gid
ungild
regild
gilled
engild
begild