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A greenish-blue coating that forms on brass, copper or bronze after long-time exposure to air (noun)
USA Today Rootonym clue · 9 letters · last seen September 12, 2026
Answer
VERDIGRIS
The Root
VERDmeans “green”
In a sentence: Anna prefers the patina and finish of VERDIGRIS over wood on patio furniture.
About this clue
The Rootonym clue “A greenish-blue coating that forms on brass, copper or bronze after long-time exposure to air (noun)” has the answer VERDIGRIS (9 letters), built on the root VERD, which means “green”. See the full September 12, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or browse all Rootonym answers.