gold
Definition
A chemical element (symbol Au, atomic number 79), a soft, dense, malleable, and ductile precious metal with a bright yellow luster, highly valued for jewelry, coinage, and investment.
A deep, lustrous yellow color resembling that of the metal.
Something of great value, worth, or excellence, as in 'pure gold' for superior quality.
The first-place medal or award in competitions, especially the Olympics.
Examples
After digging up a gold bar in his backyard, Dave finally quit his soul-crushing job to pursue his dream of competitive napping.
Her advice on dating apps was pure gold: 'Swipe right on anyone who owns a ladder – they're clearly going places.'
He struck gold investing in vintage Beanie Babies, only to realize his vault was just full of lint-covered regrets.
Winning Olympic gold turned the sprinter into a legend, though his post-race interview was mostly about his lucky socks.