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to patinize

to patinize

9.9
Coat a metal surface so it develops a thin aged or colored layer
  • verb
  • /ˈpætɪnaɪz/
  • Specialized
: patinar
  • The artist decided to patinize the bronze statue for an antique appearance.

Examples

  • Special chemicals are often used to patinize jewelry, giving it unique colors.

  • Over time, exposure to the elements can naturally patinize copper roofs.

  • You should patinize the metal to enhance its appearance.

  • The artist patinized the bronze sculpture beautifully.

  • To achieve a vintage look, many craftsmen patinize metal surfaces with special solutions.

  • She decided to patinize her copper vase to create a rich green finish.

  • Artisans often patinize their work to give it a desirable aged effect.

Synonyms

to patinate
vsto patinize
  • Specialized
1 9.9

To give a metal surface a thin colored layer that looks aged

is a deliberate coating or treatment to obtain a chosen color or texture

How Patinated

to antique
1 7.4
to patinize
  • Specialized
9.9
to weather
16 5.8
to age
130 1.0
to leave
∞ 1.6

Surface Forms

patinize infinitive
patinized past
patinized past participle
patinizing present participle
patinizes third person singular

Morphology

patinize = patina (transparent) = patina + ize

Direct and productive verb formation from the noun 'patina' with the suffix '-ize', meaning 'to give or produce a patina'.

Etymology

Patinize comes from the noun patina, which means 'a thin surface layer' that metals or wood get over time. The ending -ize means 'to make', so to patinize is to 'make' that old, colored or textured surface on metal or other objects.