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patina(dictionary)

patina (iou)



patina noun. M18.
[Italian from Latin = shallow dish or pan.]
A usu. green film or incrustation produced by oxidation on the surface of old bronze; a similar alteration of the surface of coins, flint, etc. Also, a gloss or sheen on wooden furniture produced by age, polishing, etc; an acquired change in the appearance of a surface, esp. one suggestive of age.
R. Frame A mahogany dining-table shows its patina best by candlelight. fig.: R. Hoggart He develops a strong patina of resistance, a thick..skin for not taking notice.
patinaed adjective covered with a patina, patinated M20.