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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