Plural of patina
regular plural
The plural of patina is patinas or patinae.
Forms of patina
| Singular | patina /ˈpætɪnə/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | patinas patinae |
| Countable | countable and uncountable |
Meaning of patina
- noun A paten (a flat type of dish).
- noun The colour or incrustation which age and wear give to (chiefly metallic) objects; especially, the green rust which covers works of art such as ancient bronzes, coins and medals.
- noun A green colour tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina.
Questions about the plural of patina
- What is the plural of patina?
- The plural of patina is patinas or patinae.
- Which is correct, patinas or patinae?
- Both are used. patinas is the more common of the two in English writing.
- Is patina countable?
- Patina is a countable and uncountable noun.
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