bronze
UK: brɒnz | US: brɑːnz
n. 1. A yellowish-brown alloy of copper and tin.
n. 2. A color resembling the metal bronze.
vt. 1. To give something a bronze-like appearance or color.
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The word "bronze" entered English in the 17th century from French bronze, which derived from Italian bronzo. Its ultimate origin is uncertain but may trace back to Persian birinj (brass) or Medieval Latin brundisium (a type of alloy from Brindisi, Italy). Unlike many metallurgical terms with clear morphemes (e.g., "ferrous" < Latin ferrum), "bronze" evolved as a unified term for the alloy, reflecting its cultural transmission rather than compositional breakdown.
The ancient statue was cast in bronze.
Her skin tanned to a deep bronze in the summer sun.
The artist decided to bronze the sculpture for durability.
Bronze medals are awarded for third place in the Olympics.
The sunset painted the sky in shades of gold and bronze.