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patina

One entry found.

Main Entry:
pa·ti·na 
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Pronunciation:
\pə-ˈtē-nə, ˈpa-tə-nə\
Function:
noun
Inflected Form(s):
plural pa·ti·nas 
          Listen to the pronunciation of patinas \-nəz\ or pa·ti·nae 
          Listen to the pronunciation of patinae \-ˌnē, -ˌnī\
Etymology:
Italian, from Latin, shallow dish — more at paten
Date:
1748
1 a: a usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color b: a surface appearance of something grown beautiful especially with age or use2: an appearance or aura that is derived from association, habit, or established character3: a superficial covering or exterior


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