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The ring was made of gold.
What does Gold mean?
Gold is a valuable yellow metal or color.
Dictionary definition
A valuable yellow metal; also a yellow color like that metal.
Example sentences
Gold in a sentence
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The sunset turned the clouds a bright gold color.
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Gold can refer to the metal, the color, or a top prize in a competition.
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What does gold mean?
GOLD means gold is a valuable yellow metal or color.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gold correctly?
The correct sentence uses gold in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to gold?
Precious metal is the closest match for gold in this context.
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WordGold.
Partnoun, adjective.
MeaningGold is a valuable yellow metal or color.
ExampleExample: The ring was made of gold.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
worthless metalA metal without much value.
silverA different precious metal and color.
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Hint for students
Gold is a valuable yellow metal or color.
Common mix-up
Gold is not the same as worthless metal. Gold means gold is a valuable yellow metal or color.
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Read this model sentence: The sunset turned the clouds a bright gold color. Clue words: color, sunset, turned. Underline clue words that show why gold fits instead of worthless metal. Now write one new sentence that shows gold without using the word gold. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show gold?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The sunset turned the clouds a bright gold color." Why does gold fit better than worthless metal?
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