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patina

noun

/pəˈtiːnə/

Meaning

a surface film or sheen on metal, stone, or wood due to age or use; also, a superficial appearance

The bronze statue developed a green patina after years in the sea air.

a patina of respectability

sheen, film, tarnish, gloss, verdigris

brightness, rawness, freshness

green patina, develop a patina, patina of age, patina of respectability, bronze patina

a fixed method for doing something; a mathematical or chemical rule expressed in symbols

A person whose job is to tan animal hides to make leather.

Customizing services or products according to user preferences.

deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done

the act of organizing or planning something; the way things are ordered

An expression of blame or disapproval.