1. becomes covered with or develops verdigris (a green or bluish patina that forms on copper, brass, or bronze)

1. plural form of verdigris (the green or bluish patina that forms on copper, brass, or bronze)

Examples

• The old copper roof verdigrises over time, turning a beautiful green color.
• The statue verdigrises naturally when exposed to weather and moisture.
• Different types of verdigrises can form depending on the metal composition.
• The artist studied various verdigrises to understand how metals age.
• The bronze bell tower slowly verdigrises in the coastal air.
• Collectors value coins that show natural verdigrises from age.
• The copper pipes verdigrise more quickly in humid climates.