patina
noun/ˈpætənə/
Frequency rank: #17,466 most common English word
Meaning
A thin layer or film that forms on a surface through age, use, or chemical change, often giving it a distinctive color or texture.
Example sentence
The old copper roof had developed beautiful patina over many decades.
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