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bronze

bronze

noun bronz Rare

Origin: Possibly from Italian bronzo, itself perhaps from Persian birinj (brass).

Also means

bronze medal

Usage Note

bronze is both the metal alloy and, in sporting contexts, the third-place medal. Une médaille de bronze is a bronze medal. The verb bronzer means to tan in the sun, and tanned skin is une peau bronzée.

Examples

"La statue est en bronze."

Natural Translation

The statue is made of bronze.

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