Bullion: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as the first 'bullion' entry.

• The investor purchased gold bullion to diversify his portfolio.
• The vault was filled with bullion worth millions.

An umbrella term for high-value metals like gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Used broadly, often in economics, jewelry, and manufacturing industries.

• Investors consider precious metals a safe haven during economic uncertainty.
• The jewelry was made from various precious metals.

Refers to a block of metal, usually rectangular, that has been cast in a standardized shape for storage and transportation. Often used in manufacturing or trade.

• The factory melted the metal and poured it into ingots.
• She bought a silver ingot as a physical asset.

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Often used to discuss funds or supplies kept for future use or emergency situations. Frequently used in financial contexts or when talking about natural resources.

• The central bank has a large gold reserve to stabilize the national currency.
• During the oil crisis, countries tapped into their strategic reserves to meet demand.

Refers to a large accumulated stock of goods or materials, typically used in contexts where preparation for shortage or emergency is emphasized. It can have a slight negative connotation when implying hoarding or unnecessary accumulation.

• The government stockpiled medical supplies in anticipation of the flu season.
• Farmers are stockpiling grain in response to predicted market shortages.