Pronunciation: /eɪˈruːɡoʊ/
noun a green rust or patina formed on copper or brass
A1 The green aerugo on the old copper statue made it look aged.
A2 The artist used aerugo to create a weathered effect on the metal sculpture.
B1 Chemical reactions can cause aerugo to form on certain metals over time.
B2 Aerugo can be intentionally induced on copper surfaces for artistic purposes.
C1 The restoration team carefully removed the aerugo from the historical artifact.
C2 The conservationist studied the aerugo growth patterns on ancient metal objects.
adjective related to or resembling the green rust on copper or brass
A1 The aerugo car was parked in the lot.
A2 She noticed the aerugo paint on the old fence.
B1 The antique vase had an aerugo patina that added to its charm.
B2 The artist used aerugo tones in his abstract painting.
C1 The aerugo finish on the statue gave it a weathered look.
C2 The designer chose aerugo fabrics for the luxurious sofa.
formal The statue was covered in aerugo, giving it a green patina.
informal I scrubbed and scrubbed, but I couldn't get rid of the aerugo on the metal railing.
slang That old car has so much aerugo, it looks like it's been sitting in a swamp.
figurative The relationship had grown stale, like aerugo slowly spreading over a forgotten treasure.
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