- a film or incrustation, usually green, produced by oxidation on the surface of old bronze and often esteemed as being of ornamental value.
- a similar film or coloring appearing gradually on some other substance.
- a surface calcification of implements, usually indicating great age.
- a film of oxide formed on the surface of a metal, esp the green oxidation of bronze or copper
- any fine layer on a surface
- the sheen on a surface that is caused by much handling
- a broad shallow dish used in ancient Rome
