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Meanings of patina in английском

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Thin layer of corrosion that forms over copper, brass, aluminum, magnesium, neodymium and other similar metals as their outermost layer undergoes a chemical reaction shush.

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Usage of patina in английском
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Age has lent the work a certain patina, a memory of use.
The Guardian
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Morning arrived still and cold, a patina of frost glazing the rocks.
Genellan: planetfall
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Jack thought Warwick had looked, under his patina of goose-stepping authority, frightened.
The talisman
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Even the patina of the warm concrete was weathered with particle simulations.
Wired
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Dobzhansky covered his review in a patina of judiciousness, even of approbation.
The Structure of Evolutionary Theory
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Massive patina jugs appear out of nowhere on the gently overhanging wall.
Climbing Magazine
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Weathered to a dark patina, the beacon was molded in a bell-shape.
Pinball, 1973
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Its red upholstery has the patina of years, yet is obviously well-cared for.
BBC
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Money lends this story of yours a genuine patina... Incidentally, what's her name?
Venus In Copper
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They felt it gave her and her company an undeserved patina of authenticity.
Wired
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The group behind DarkSide isn't the first to wear a patina of professionalism.
Wired
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Bolts and perfect patina edges get you up this short but airy spire.
Climbing Magazine
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Her table lamp was reflected in the rich patina of her brass bedstead.
Foul play
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Corrosion has thickened the patina on bronze statues, but hasn't affected their shapes.
The world without us
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The desk chair had carved arms and a nearly silver patina.
A change in altitude
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All have the beautiful brown patina, which only ages of sunburn can give.
History of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria in the ...
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United States of America
Common
United Kingdom
Less common