영국 화폐, 특히 파운드 스털링으로 알려진 영국의 통화 단위.
British money, especially the standard unit of currency (the pound sterling).
예문:
"The exchange rate between the dollar and sterling fluctuated wildly this quarter."
"She converted her euros into sterling upon arriving at Heathrow Airport."
"Large international transactions are often settled in sterling bonds."
(사람, 자질, 일 등이) 매우 훌륭한, 뛰어난, 신뢰할 만한.
(Of a person, quality, or work) excellent, valuable, or of the highest quality.
예문:
"The volunteer team performed a sterling job cleaning up the park after the festival."
"His sterling reputation for honesty made him the ideal candidate for the treasurer position."
"Despite facing numerous setbacks, her sterling character never wavered."
법정 순도의 은 합금(순도 92.5%), 특히 식기류나 보석류에 사용됨.
A standard alloy of silver (92.5% pure silver), used especially for tableware and jewelry.
예문:
"The antique spoon set was marked as sterling, indicating its high silver content."
"True sterling silver must contain 925 parts of silver per thousand."
"Many collectors prefer items made of sterling due to its durability and luster."