tarnish

phonetic symbol: / tárnɪʃ / 

tarnish - English Dictionary

[ noun ]
■ discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation

[ verb ]
■ make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air
■ also used metaphorically
e.g.)
・The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air
defile , maculate , stain , sully

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