mattieren — meaning in English

English meaning

• opaque adj Not allowing light to pass through; not transparent or translucent.
• tarnish noun A dull discoloured film that forms on the surface of a metal, especially one exposed to air.

Senses

mattieren is used for these senses in English:

• opaque (transitive) To make, render (more) opaque.
• tarnish Oxidation or discoloration, especially of a decorative metal exposed to air.

opaque — full definition

1. adj Not allowing light to pass through; not transparent or translucent.
2. adj Difficult to understand or see through, especially referring to explanations, processes, or motives.

tarnish — full definition

1. noun A dull discoloured film that forms on the surface of a metal, especially one exposed to air.
2. verb (of metal) To become dull or discoloured through exposure to air.
3. verb To damage or spoil someone's reputation or image.

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