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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 definition: 1. a thin surface layer that develops on something because of use, age, or chemical action: 2…. Learn more.
The meaning of PATINA is a usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color. How to use patina in a sentence.
Patina (/ pəˈtiːnə / pə-TEE-nə or / ˈpætɪnə / PAT-ih-nə) is a thin layer that variously forms on the surface of copper, brass, bronze, and similar metals and metal alloys (tarnish produced by oxidation or other chemical processes), or certain stones [1] and wooden furniture (sheen produced by age, wear, and polishing), or any similar acquired ch...
noun. a film or incrustation, usually green, produced by oxidation on the surface of old bronze and often esteemed as being of ornamental value. a similar film or coloring appearing gradually on some other substance. a surface calcification of implements, usually indicating great age. patina.
PATINA meaning: 1. a thin surface layer that develops on something because of use, age, or chemical action: 2…. Learn more.
A patina is a thin layer of something that has formed on the surface of something. The trophy is very impressive and rather special because it has a beautiful green patina. He allowed a fine patina of old coffee to develop around the inside of the mug.
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. Word Origin. See patina in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary.
