silver
Translation
silver, silverware, the color silver
Examples
The ring is made of solid silver.
The ring is made of solid silver.
She won a silver medal in the competition.
She won a silver medal in the competition.
Grammar Patterns
((made of)) silver composed of the metal silver The ring is made of solid silver.
((a)) silver ((medal)) a medal for second place She won a silver medal.
Similar Words
Synonyms (color): gray, metallic; Related metals: gold, bronze
Etymology
From Old English 'seolfor', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Picture a silver fork and spoon. The word 'silver' is used for both the metal and the eating utensils.