Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
silver-plated
adjective
/ˈsɪlvər ˈpleɪtɪd/
Definition
A thin layer of silver that is applied to a base metal, usually to give it the appearance of being made of solid silver.
Examples
- She bought a silver-plated necklace for the special occasion.
- The restaurant used silver-plated cutlery for their elegant dinner service.
- His collection includes a variety of silver-plated antiques.
Meaning
Silver-plated refers to objects that are coated with a layer of silver to enhance their appearance and protect the underlying metal from corrosion.
Synonyms
- silver-coated
- silver-finished
- silver-overlay
