Patina: meaning, definitions and examples

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patina

 

[ หˆpatษชnษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

art

A gloss or sheen on a surface resulting from age or polishing.

Synonyms

sheen, shine

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.
Context #3 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรกtina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคŸเคฟเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Patina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ patina

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั‚ะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ patyna

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ท‘้’ (ใ‚ใใ—ใ‚‡ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท patine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pรกtina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท patina

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…น์ฒญ (nokcheong)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒู†ุฌุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ patina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ patina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้“œ็ปฟ (tรณng lวœ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ patina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรฆna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐั‚ะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ patina

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,238, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.