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ormolu

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːməluː/
Definition of ormolu

noun

[mass noun]
  • a gold-coloured alloy of copper, zinc, and tin used in decoration and making ornaments: candlesticks in glass, bronze, and ormolu [as modifier]:an ormolu clock

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French or moulu 'powdered gold' (used in gilding)

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