Patina: meaning, definitions and examples
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patina
[ หpatษชnษ ]
metal
A green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced by oxidation over a long period.
Synonyms
oxidation film, verdigris
Examples of usage
- The statue had developed a beautiful patina over the years.
- The patina on the vintage copper kettle gave it a unique charm.
art
A gloss or sheen on a surface resulting from age or polishing.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The old painting had a lovely patina that added to its value.
- The antique furniture had a warm patina that spoke of its history.
general
A superficial covering or exterior.
Synonyms
surface layer, veneer
Examples of usage
- The new leather bag had a patina of sophistication.
- His kind smile had a patina of sadness.
Translations
Translations of the word "patina" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pรกtina
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคเคฟเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Patina
๐ฎ๐ฉ patina
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะฐัะธะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ patyna
๐ฏ๐ต ็ท้ (ใใใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท patine
๐ช๐ธ pรกtina
๐น๐ท patina
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ น์ฒญ (nokcheong)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฒูุฌุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ patina
๐ธ๐ฐ patina
๐จ๐ณ ้็ปฟ (tรณng lว)
๐ธ๐ฎ patina
๐ฎ๐ธ grรฆna
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะฐัะธะฝะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ patina
๐ฒ๐ฝ pรกtina
Etymology
The word 'patina' originates from the Latin word 'patina' meaning 'shallow dish'. It was originally used to describe the green or brown film that forms on the surface of bronze or similar metals. Over time, the term evolved to also refer to the gloss or sheen that develops on surfaces due to age or polishing. In a broader sense, 'patina' can also describe a superficial covering or exterior that gives an object a particular character or quality.