Definitions

1. proper noun

A female given name, originally a shortened form of names beginning with ‘Gild-‘.

“She was named Gilda after her great-grandmother.”

2. noun

A type of dance style, typically a dramatic and energetic style of Latin American dance.

“The dance troupe was known for their gilda performances.”

3. proper noun

A 1946 American film noir directed by Charles Vidor and starring Rita Hayworth.

“Gilda was a classic film noir from the 1940s.”

4. adjective

Describing something that is flashy or attention-grabbing, typically in a negative way.

“The gilda outfit she wore to the party was over-the-top.”