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- DictionaryPa·ti·na/pəˈtēnə/
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"
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 (/ p ə ˈ t iː n ə / pə-TEE-nə or / ˈ p æ t ɪ n ə / 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 and wooden furniture (sheen produced by age, wear, and polishing), or any ...
PATINA meaning: 1 : a thin usually green layer that forms naturally on the metals copper and bronze when they are exposed to the air for a long time; 2 : a shiny or dark surface that forms naturally on something (such as wood or leather) that is used for a long time usually singular.
2 days ago · 1. singular noun. 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. [ + of] 2. singular noun.
Check pronunciation: patina. Definition of patina noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. (Metallurgy) a film of oxide formed on the surface of a metal, esp the green oxidation of bronze or copper. See also verdigris 1. 2. any fine layer on a surface: a patina of frost. 3. the sheen on a surface that is caused by much handling. [C18: from Italian: coating, from Latin: patina 2] patina. ( ˈpætɪnə)
Definitions of patina. noun. a fine coating of oxide on the surface of a metal. see more. noun. a sheen or gloss on a surface, especially resulting from use or age. see more. noun. a thin or superficial layer on the surface of something. see more. noun. a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing.
