patina
[pəˈti:nə]
n.
(青铜器上的)铜绿;
绿锈;
(旧木器等表面)年久而产生的光泽;
神情;
例句:
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He looked relaxed and elegant and had the patina of success.
他神态轻松潇洒,给人成功的印象。
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The trophy is very impressive and rather special because it has a beautiful green patina.
这个奖杯给人印象非常深刻,相当特别,因为它表面有一层漂亮的绿锈。
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He allowed a fine patina of old coffee to develop around the inside of the mug.
他任由大杯内壁积聚上一层薄薄的咖啡垢。
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A mahogany dining-table shows its patina best by candlelight.
来自R. Frame
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Only occasionally does the vintage patina get overdone.
来自BBC
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He understands the need for patina and funny posters on the walls.
来自WSJ