patina

名詞

1. 1

   銅綠、銅鏽

   The bronze statue has developed a green patina over decades.

   這座青銅雕像經過數十年已生出一層綠色銅鏽。

2. 2

   古色、包漿、光澤

   Years of polishing gave the old table a warm patina.

   多年的擦拭讓這張舊桌子有了溫潤的古色光澤。

3. 3

   表象、外表比喻

   Beneath its patina of respectability, the firm was deeply corrupt.

   在體面的表象之下，這家公司其實腐敗透頂。