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1. tarnish

verb. ['ˈtɑːrnɪʃ'] make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically.

Etymology

  • ternir (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

Rhymes with Tarnish

  • varnish
  • harnish
  • harnisch
  • garnish
  • barnish

Quotes about tarnish


1. One lie has the power to tarnish a thousand truths.
- Al David

2. tarnish

noun. ['ˈtɑːrnɪʃ'] discoloration of metal surface caused by oxidation.

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Etymology

  • ternir (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))