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verd antique

Syllabification: (verd an·tique)
Pronunciation: /ˈvərd anˈtēk/

Definition of verd antique

noun

  • a green ornamental marble consisting of serpentine with calcite and dolomite veins.
  • verdigris on ancient bronze or copper.
  • a green form of porphyry.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from obsolete French, literally 'antique green'

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