1. a thin layer of gold or gold-colored material applied to a surface
2. the process or art of applying gold or gold-colored material to a surface

Examples

• The gilding on the picture frame had begun to chip and fade.
• The church’s dome was restored with fresh gilding that gleamed in the sunlight.
• She learned the traditional art of gilding from a master craftsman.
• The antique mirror’s gilding gave it an elegant, luxurious appearance.
• The book’s cover featured intricate gilding along the edges.
• Professional gilding requires patience and precise technique.
• The gilding on the statue made it appear to glow at sunset.