silvered Definition

silver
noun

1. (symbol Ag, atomic number 47) an element, a soft white lustrous precious metal that is an excellent conductor of heat and electricity, and is used in jewellery, ornaments, mirrors, coins, electrical contacts and for electroplating tableware.
2. Coins made of this metal.
3. Articles made of or coated with this metal, especially cutlery and other tableware.
4. A silver medal.

adj

1. Having a whitish-grey colour.
2. Denoting a 25th wedding or other anniversary.
3. Clear and ringing in tone eg of voice.

verb silvered, silvering

1. To apply a thin coating of silver; to plate with silver.
2. To give a silvery sheen to something.
intr
3. To become silvery.

Idiom: born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

Born to affluence or wealthy surroundings.

Etymology: Anglo-Saxon seolfor.