Apply gold leaf to Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Apply gold leaf to . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 4 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is GILD.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% GILD Apply gold leaf to (4)
3% DAB Apply gently (3) New York Times Jan 6, 2026
3% ANT Leaf-cutter, e.g. (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jan 2, 2026
3% BASTE Apply drippings to (5) The Washington Post Mini Dec 31, 2025
3% BRACT Flower-bearing leaf (5) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Dec 29, 2025
3% USE Apply (3) New York Times Dec 28, 2025
3% RAKE Leaf-collecting tool (4) Universal Dec 27, 2025
3% DAUBS Applies messily (5) Commuter Dec 24, 2025
3% DEW Morning droplets on a leaf (3)
3% TURN "___ over a new leaf" (4)
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To "gild" something means to apply a thin layer of gold to it. This process has been used for centuries to add a decorative and luxurious touch to various objects. In the crossword world, "GILD" is the perfect fit for this clue!