Definition of "gold-foil" [gold-foil]

• Gold beaten into thin sheets, especially for the use of dentists. It is, however, many times thicker than gold-leaf. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "Apace age meets ski resort at Jil Sander A Touch of Textured Gold: Stella McCartney's gold-foil, wool dress is a modern classic with a revolutionary vibe."
• "And then there was the dance troupe, which might have been called 'Michael Jackson's Day,' who could not have expected a more enthusiastic crowd for its poppy choreography and its gold-foil suits."
• "Opia Cigars reverse-on-glass sign with embossed flowers and gold-foil lettering, near mint, 10 inches by 9 inches, estimate $1,000-1,500."