The meaning of TOLE is sheet metal and especially tinplate for use in domestic and ornamental wares in which it is usually japanned or painted and often elaborately decorated; also : objects …

tole (təʊl) n enamelled or lacquered metal ware, usually gilded, popular in the 18th century [from French tôle sheet metal, from French (dialect): table, from Latin tabula table]

Tole refers to a traditional form of decorative metal painting, usually performed on tin or similarly lightweight metals. The term can also be found as an archaic spelling for toll in historical …

Tole definition: A lacquered or enameled metalware, usually gilded and elaborately painted.

Dec 11, 2025 · tole (uncountable) A decorative metalware having a lacquered or enamelled surface that is painted or gilded.

Tole refers to painted or enameled tinplate and, less frequently, other metals such as tinned copper, brass, or pewter. Toleware commonly features intricate designs and became …

Tole is an informal variant of the word 'told', which is the past tense of the verb 'tell'. It denotes the act of conveying information or narrating a story to someone. This form is often used in casual …

TOLE definition: enameled or lacquered metalware, usually with gilt decoration, often used, especially in the 18th century, for trays, lampshades, etc. See examples of tole used in a …

What is the etymology of the noun tole? tole is a borrowing from French. Etymons: French tôle.

tole in American English (toul) noun enameled or lacquered metalware, usually with gilt decoration, often used, esp. in the 18th century, for trays, lampshades, etc