gold-plated

动词 v. 形容词 adj.

中文释义

英 /ˌɡəʊldˈpleɪtɪd/ 美 /ˌɡoʊldˈpleɪtɪd/

英文释义

动词 v.

形容词 adj.

Having a thin layer of gold applied to the surface, often by electrolysis. not-comparable
Incorporating costly or otherwise excessive features or refinements unnecessarily; overengineered. not-comparable,usually

— One often hears of gold plated designs with reference to our engineers lack of concern for cost.
Embellished to excess, especially so as to be stifling, or rigid and inflexible. not-comparable,usually

— Has society introduced swathes of new gold-plated regulations?

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