vermeil

[ vur-mil, -meyl ver-mey ]

noun

1. vermilion red.
2. metal, as silver or bronze, that has been gilded.

adjective

1. of the color vermilion.

vermeil

/ ˈvɜːmeɪl /

noun

1. gilded silver, bronze, or other metal, used esp in the 19th century
2. 1. vermilion
   2. ( as adjective )

      vermeil shoes

Word History and Origins

Origin of vermeil¹

1350–1400; Middle English < Middle French < Late Latin vermiculus kermes (insect and dye), Latin: larva, grub; vermicule

Word History and Origins

Origin of vermeil¹

C15: from Old French, from Late Latin vermiculus insect (of the genus Kermes ) or the red dye prepared from it, from Latin: little worm

Example Sentences

The White House Library honors more holiday books, while the Vermeil Room includes rotating United States Marine Band figures to represent the joy of music during the holidays.

From Washington Times

The necklace comes in sterling silver and 14-karat gold vermeil, with two chain lengths and six chain styles.

From Los Angeles Times

The Loop chain bracelet, which comes in sterling silver and gold vermeil and various recycled glass colors, was created, according to the brand’s website, “to show we are all together despite being separated in many ways.”

From Los Angeles Times

Ultimately, for Vermeil, the allure of coaching proved too strong.

From Los Angeles Times

“I only sat down and visited with coach McVay one time,” Vermeil said.

From Los Angeles Times