Gold reserve refers to the stockpile of gold that is stored by a country's central bank or government as a store of value and to support its currency. Some synonyms for gold reserve include bullion reserve, precious metal reserve, and gold stockpile. These terms all refer to the same concept of storing physical gold as a means of financial security. Other related terms include gold hoard and gold holdings. The amount of gold held in a country's reserve can impact its economic stability and global standing. For example, the United States' gold reserve is often closely monitored as a key indicator of the country's financial health.