This is the 3032nd most frequent Dutch word.
bronzen
The Dutch word "bronzen" means "bronze" (made of or relating to the metal bronze).
In this sentence, 'bronzen' serves as an adjective to describe the type of medal, specifying that it is made of or represents bronze.
De bronzen medaille werd gewonnen door de atleet.
The bronze medal was won by the athlete.
Here, 'bronzen' is used as an adjective to describe the glow as having a bronze-like quality.
De zon gaf een bronzen gloed over het landschap.
The sun cast a bronze glow over the landscape.
In this context, 'bronzen' functions as a noun to denote the bronze materials utilized by the artist.