Dutch gold

noun

, Sometimes Offensive.

1. an alloy of copper and zinc in the form of thin sheets, used as an imitation of gold leaf.

Dutch gold

noun

1. another name for Dutch metal

Sensitive Note

Dutch gold is not really gold. Because Dutch is used to mean “inauthentic” or “fake,” the term is sometimes perceived as insulting to or by the Dutch. Dutch.

Example Sentences

But the success of this surprisingly faithful preparation hangs on two elements: the addition of Dutch Gold honey to the schmear and the cheddar bagel on which it is spread.

From Washington Post

Russets are big with starchy interiors, Yukon or Dutch gold are small, thin-skinned and yellow-fleshed.

From Washington Post

The two-time world champion was guaranteed second place behind Dutch gold medallist Dorian van Rijsselberge going into Sunday's medal race.

From BBC

The image of Dutch gold medalist Anna van der Breggen, silver medalist Emma Johansson and bronze medalist Elisa Longo Borghini chasing her down certainly made for captivating television.

From US News

Berlin seized 205 tons from Belgium gold and 137 tons of Dutch gold.

From Time