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Gilded

/ɡˈɪldɪd/
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(verb) simple past and past participle of gild

Gilded reins do not make for a better horse.
The palace was a gilded cage for the princess.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The palace ballroom was decorated with ____ mirrors and ornate crystal chandeliers that sparkled in the light.

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