A small, usually white ball that is designed for use in the game of golf. / (informal) A typeball.

(historical) A Mongol and later Turkicized khanate established in the 13th century and originating as the northwestern sector of the Mongol Empire.

(idiomatic) A generous severance payment, especially as an inducement to leave employment.

(idiomatic, management) A payment offered to an employee as an inducement to join, especially if currently working for a competitor.

Any of several small, insectivorous burrowing mammals of the family Chrysochloridae, native to southern Africa.

fine gold dust and low-grain nuggets commonly recovered by prospectors.

A mine for gold ore or metal. / (idiomatic) A very profitable economic venture. / (idiomatic) A plentiful stockpile of something sought after.

A sarcastic or humorous form of applause performed by lightly and rapidly clapping the fingers of one hand against the palm of the other, used to show indifference or disdain, or to show polite or quiet appreciation.

A young man who has become unusually successful at an early age. / A favored youth, held in high esteem by others, and for whom there are high hopes.

(of a mineral or ore) containing or producing gold