oreide
- noun
- Archaic
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- The necklace was made of oreide, giving it the appearance of real gold at a lower cost.
Examples
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Many antique clocks feature parts crafted from oreide to mimic the look of gilt bronze.
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Many cheap rings are crafted from oreide.
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Collectors value oreide jewelry for its resemblance to gold and its unique historical appeal.
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This necklace is made of oreide.
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Collectors value oreide jewelry for its resemblance to gold and its unique historical appeal.
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The necklace was made of oreide, giving it the appearance of real gold at a lower cost.
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Many antique clocks feature parts crafted from oreide to mimic the look of gilt bronze.
Synonyms
A metal made by mixing copper, tin, and zinc to look like gold in jewelry
A metal made from copper and zinc that looks like gold in cheap jewelry
A metal made from copper and zinc used in ancient coins and objects
How Golden
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word oreide comes from a word for 'gold' (like French or) plus an ending that means 'like', as in humanoid. So oreide literally means 'gold-like', which is why it names a metal made to look like real gold.