Lexicon:Modern/goelwy
| goelwy | |
|---|---|
| Stage | Modern CLT |
| Pronunciation | /ˈgɔɪlwɪ/ |
| Part of speech | Noun |
| Etymology | from Middle golu |
| Related words | Goyl, seira, braswy |
goelwy — gold; the metal itself, as distinct from the coin struck from it.
Notes
Used in adornment, in fine instrument work, and in the striking of the Goyl. A goldsmith works goelwy; a merchant counts Goyl.