Associations to the word «Bullion»

Pictures for the word «Bullion»

Wiktionary

BULLION, noun. A bulk quantity of precious metal, usually gold or silver, assessed by weight and typically cast as ingots.
BULLION, noun. (obsolete) base or uncurrent coin
BULLION, noun. (obsolete) showy metallic ornament, as of gold, silver, or copper, on bridles, saddles, etc.
BULLION, noun. (obsolete) A heavy twisted fringe, made of fine gold or silver wire and used for epaulets; also, any heavy twisted fringe whose cords are prominent.

Dictionary definition

BULLION, noun. A mass of precious metal.
BULLION, noun. Gold or silver in bars or ingots.

Wise words

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