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| adjective | 1. Denoting, made of, or having the color of gold.
2. (Of language) Highly ornamented or elaborate. |
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 | | "The aureate exterior of her jewelry box was only a preview of what was inside." | | "The book of poetry was written in an aureate style that was at odds with the author's quiet reputation." | | "The final rays of sunlight cast the restaurant patio in an aureate glow." |
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 | | Latin, 15th century |
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 | | When describing language, "aureate" means "fancy" or "elaborate," while the process of aureation describes how languages evolve. ... |  |
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