aw rə noun 1. the subtle emanation of a quality or condition of someone or something. She has an aura of absolute independence. 2. a subtle luminousness believed by some to surround…
glassy
glaes i adjective 1. having qualities of glass, such as smoothness, slipperiness, or transparency. The trees were vividly reflected in the glassy surface of the lake. 2. of the eyes or facial…
patina
p@ ti n@ noun 1. a greenish, brownish, or reddish crust or film produced by oxidation on the surface of old metals such as bronze and copper. The bronze sculpture developed a…
vintage
vIn tihj noun 1. the yearly yield of grapes or wine from a particular vineyard or district. The vineyard produced a fine vintage that year. 2. a usu. superior wine, cited by…
limpid
lIm pihd adjective 1. perfectly clear; transparent. We could see the rocks at the bottom of the limpid pool. 2. clear in style or meaning; lucid. He’s known for his limpid prose….