pàtina — meaning in English
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English meaning
- patina noun A thin green or brown film that forms on the surface of copper, bronze or brass after long exposure to the air.
Senses
pàtina is used for these senses in English:
- patina The colour or incrustation which age and wear give to (mainly metallic) objects; especially, the green rust which covers works of art such as ancient bronzes, coins and medals.
patina — full definition
- noun A thin green or brown film that forms on the surface of copper, bronze or brass after long exposure to the air.
- noun The sheen or mellow surface that furniture, leather or stone acquires from age, handling and polishing.
- noun An impression or quality that covers something superficially, especially one of age, respectability or glamour.