sterling
Pronunciation:
/ˈstɜː(ɹ).lɪŋ/noun
Definitions
The currency of the United Kingdom; especially the pound.
Former British gold or silver coinage of a standard fineness: for gold 0.91666 and for silver 0.925.
Sterling silver, or articles made from this material.
A structure of pilings that protects the piers of a bridge; a starling.
adjective
Definitions
Of, or relating to British currency, or the former British coinage.
Of, relating to, or made from sterling silver.
Of acknowledged worth or influence; high quality; authoritative.
Genuine; true; pure; of great value or excellence.