Definitions for patina
ˈpæt n ə, pəˈti nə; pəˈtinpati·na

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. patinanoun

   a fine coating of oxide on the surface of a metal

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. patinanoun

   A paten, flat type of dish

2. patinanoun

   The color or incrustation which age and wear give to (mainly metallic) objects; especially, the green rust which covers works of art such as ancient bronzes, coins and medals.

3. patinaadjective

   Of a green colour, tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina.

4. Etymology: From patina.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Patina

   Patina ( or ) is a thin layer that variously forms on the surface of copper, brass, bronze and similar metals and metal alloys (tarnish produced by oxidation or other chemical processes) or certain stones and wooden furniture (sheen produced by age, wear, and polishing), or any similar acquired change of a surface through age and exposure. Additionally, the term is used to describe the aging of high-quality leather. The patinas on leather goods are unique to the type of leather, frequency of use, and exposure. Patinas can provide a protective covering to materials that would otherwise be damaged by corrosion or weathering. They may also be aesthetically appealing.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. patina

   Patina is a thin layer that develops on the surface of an object over time due to various chemical reactions, weathering, or aging factors. It often adds a desirable, unique aesthetic quality to an object, especially metals, wood, or stone, giving it a sense of character, history, and authenticity. Patina can range in colors from greenish or bluish hues to brown or black, depending on the materials involved and the environmental conditions.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Patinanoun

   a dish or plate of metal or earthenware; a patella

2. Patinanoun

   the color or incrustation which age gives to works of art; especially, the green rust which covers ancient bronzes, coins, and medals

3. Etymology: [It., fr. L. patina a dish, a pan, a kind of cake. Cf. Paten.]

WikidataRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Patina

   Patina is a tarnish that forms on the surface of copper, bronze and similar metals; stone; a sheen on wooden furniture produced by age, wear, and polishing; or any such acquired change of a surface through age and exposure. Patinas can provide a protective layer to materials that would otherwise be damaged by corrosion or weathering. They may also be aesthetically appealing. On metal, patina is a coating of various chemical compounds such as oxides, carbonates, sulfides, or sulfates formed on the surface during exposure to atmospheric elements. Patina also refers to accumulated changes in surface texture and colour that result from normal use of an object such as a coin or a piece of furniture over time. Archaeologists study the patinas found on flint tools and ancient stone monuments. Stone develops a corticated layer over time that is due to a range of complex factors. This has led stone tool analysts in recent times to generally prefer the term "cortification" as a better term to describe the process than "patination".

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Patina

   pat′i-na, n. a bowl, pan, patella: the encrustation which age gives to works of art: the peculiar varnish-like rust which covers ancient bronzes and medals.—adj. Pat′ināted.—n. Patinā′tion. [It.,—L. patina, a dish, a kind of cake.]

Surnames Frequency by Census RecordsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. PATINA

   According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Patina is ranked #98099 in terms of the most common surnames in America.
   
   The Patina surname appeared 185 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 would have the surname Patina.
   
   81% or 150 total occurrences were of Hispanic origin.
   16.7% or 31 total occurrences were White.

Anagrams for patina »

1. pinata

2. piñata

3. taipan

4. aptian

How to pronounce patina?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say patina in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of patina in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of patina in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of patina in a Sentence

1. Louis Jacobson:

   This race is still in play, and who wins depends a lot on who wins the primaries, but this is a swing state so a Democrat or a Republican could win. … The contrast of the two [ Democratic ] candidates makes that race more interesting. Richard Cordray calls Richard Cordray a progressive, but Richard Cordray has an establishment patina to Richard Cordray.

2. A.E. Samaan:

   Your eagerness betrays your patina of somber patience. Your desire unfolds with but a gentle touch.

3. A.E. Samaan:

   Tu afán traiciona tu pátina de sombría paciencia. Tu deseo se despliega con una suave caricia.

4. Ned Price:

   No one has ever been criminally prosecuted for unmasking. That would be tantamount to pursuing criminal charges against an intelligence analyst for merely doing his job, it's clearly an attempt to cast a patina of criminality around a routine practice.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=patina
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Patina
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patina
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patina
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=patina
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=patina
8. ^ Surnames Frequency by Census Records
   https://www.census.gov/topics/population/genealogy/data/2010_surnames.html