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- Dictionarypatina/ˈpatɪnə/
noun
- 1. a green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced by oxidation over a long period: "many bronzes have been overcleaned, their original patina removed and artificially replaced"
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Patina is a noun that can refer to a green film on copper or bronze, a surface appearance of something grown beautiful, or a superficial covering. Learn the etymology, synonyms, examples, and word history of patina from Merriam-Webster.
Patina is a thin layer that forms on some metals or a fake appearance of something. Learn how to use patina in a sentence and see its synonyms, antonyms and translations in different languages.
Patina is a thin layer that forms on the surface of metals, stones, or wood due to age, exposure, or chemical processes. Learn about the different kinds of patina, how they are created, and how they are used in art, architecture, and geology.
Patina can refer to a green film on old bronze, a layer on other substances, or a shallow dish in ancient Rome. Learn the origin, examples, and usage of patina from Dictionary.com.
Patina is a thin layer that forms on some metals or a fake appearance of something. Learn how to use this word in different contexts and languages with Cambridge Dictionary.
a thin layer that forms on other materials; the shiny surface that develops on wood or leather when it is polished. The furniture was old, with the shiny patina of frequent polishing. (figurative) He looked relaxed and elegant and had the patina of success.
Patina is a thin layer of something that has formed on the surface of something, often with a green color. It can also mean an attractive soft shine or a small amount of a quality or characteristic.
