patinate

/ˈpætɪneɪt/
verb
  1. To give a patina to a surface, either naturally or artificially.
    • Artists sometimes use chemicals to patinate bronze sculptures and give them an aged look.
    • The rain and sun will naturally patinate the copper roof over many years.
    • He learned how to patinate metal in his jewelry-making class.
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