English Explanatory Dictionary

go for the gold

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To attempt to achieve the maximum result or reward in an endeavour.

Pronunciation

/ˌɡəʊ fə‿ðə ˈɡəʊld/ /ˌɡoʊ fəɹ‿ðə ˈɡoʊld/ En-au-go for the gold.ogg

Word forms

go for the gold goes for the gold going for the gold went for the gold gone for the gold go for gold go for the gold ring

Etymology

An allusion to the gold medal, the highest prize in many major competitive events, especially in the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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