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Definition patina in British English

patina noun

[singular] noun
/ˈpætɪnə/
1

a green layer that forms naturally on some metals, especially copper, over a period of time

Synonyms and related words
surface cover layer
2

a shiny surface that develops on wood or leather over a period of time

Synonyms and related words
a burst of colour band blaze
3

a thin layer of something such as dirt that covers an object or a surface

Example

a patina of dirt/dust/grime

Synonyms and related words
surface cover layer
Definition patina in British English