緑青
also: りょくしょう
Meanings
1
verdigris; green rust on copper
Refers to the greenish patina that forms on copper, brass, or bronze surfaces due to oxidation. Often seen on old statues, roofs, and coins.
Verdigris has formed on the bronze statue.
Old ten-yen coins sometimes have green rust on them.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉に緑青が浮くfor verdigris to appear/form on something
Verdigris had formed on the surface of the old bronze statue.
- 緑青を落とすto remove/clean off verdigris
The craftsman carefully cleaned the verdigris off the pot.