Tarnished - What does it mean?

tarnished

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Oxidation or discoloration, especially of a decorative metal exposed to air.

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To oxidize or discolor due to oxidation.

Careful storage of silver will prevent it from tarnishing .

To soil, sully, damage or compromise

He is afraid that he will tarnish his reputation if he disagrees.

(figurative) To lose its lustre or attraction; to become dull.

* Dryden

Till thy fresh glories, which now shine so bright, / Grow stale and tarnish with our daily sight.

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