rose gold

American

[rohz gohld] / ˈroʊz ˈgoʊld /

noun

gold mixed with a small amount of copper, giving it a pinkish or slightly orange color.
a lustrous pinkish color.

Other Word Forms

rose-gold adjective

Etymology

Origin of rose gold

First recorded in 1700–10

Example Sentences

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Later, the "rose gold" variant of the iPhone 6S in 2015, spawned many copycats, surfing a years-long trend dubbed "millennial pink".

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

The rose gold Abernethy uses in her signature necklace, for example, she can only find in China.

From Salon • Sep. 14, 2025

In person, it's dazzling, with a huge, oval-cut diamond set on a 18-karat white and rose gold diamond pavé band.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2025

The new ball, which is made by Wilson, also has rose gold lettering and logos.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 3, 2024

A few days past, he had taken Ned aside to show him an exquisite rose gold locklet.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin

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