ungalled

/ˈʌŋɡɔld/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the gilding from (something)

“The restorer spent hours ungalling the statue to reveal its original surface.”

2. noun

a solution used for removing gilding

“The conservator carefully applied the ungall to the fragile artifact.”

Synonyms

  • degild
  • remove

Antonyms

  • regild
  • restore