1. plural of gilder; people who apply gold leaf or gold paint to surfaces
Usage: countable noun; occupational term

Examples

• The gilders carefully applied thin sheets of gold leaf to the picture frame.
• Medieval gilders were highly skilled artisans who decorated manuscripts and religious objects.
• The museum hired experienced gilders to restore the ornate ceiling.
• Professional gilders use specialized tools and techniques passed down through generations.
• The gilders worked on the cathedral's dome for several months.