patina
UK/'pætinә/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A green or brown coating that forms on the surface of old metal objects; a surface appearance acquired through age and use.
铜绿；（因年代久远形成的）光泽，古色
Root Breakdown
Loanwordpatinaother
=patina
Common Collocations
- 1.green patina铜绿
- 2.develop patina古色
- 3.elegant patina岁月光泽
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ancient bronze statue has developed a beautiful green patina over centuries.
- 2.
She appreciated the patina that age had bestowed on the vintage leather journal.