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'