patina UK /ˈpætɪnə/US /pəˈtinə/noun 4adjective 1forms 2 noun4 •The colour or incrustation which age and wear give to (chiefly metallic) objects; especially, the green rust which covers works of art such as ancient bronzes, coins and medals. •(figurative) A gloss or superficial layer.He enjoys a patina of respect by the police, despite being an ex-criminal. •A green colour tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina. •A paten (a flat type of dish). adjective1 •Of a green colour, tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina. formspatinae · patinas
