Definition of tarnish

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Definition of tarnish

  • make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically (verb)

    Examples

    1. The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air

    Synonyms

    1. defile
    2. maculate
    3. stain
    4. sully
  • discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation (noun)

See definition of tarnish in Merriam Webster