Word
tanning
Phoneticstan·ning
US/ˈtænɪŋ/
UK/tˈænɪŋ/
Definition
n. the process of making your skin darker by sitting in the sun or using a special machine. It can also mean the process of turning animal skins into leather.
n. the process of darkening the skin through exposure to ultraviolet radiation, or the industrial process of converting animal hides into leather.
Examples
“She spent the afternoon tanning at the beach.”
“Many health experts warn against excessive tanning due to the increased risk of skin damage and long-term health issues.”
“The traditional method of tanning involves soaking raw hides in vegetable tannins for several weeks to produce a durable, flexible leather suitable for high-end goods.”
Examples
simple
“She spent the afternoon tanning at the beach.”
contextual
“Many health experts warn against excessive tanning due to the increased risk of skin damage and long-term health issues.”
complex
“The traditional method of tanning involves soaking raw hides in vegetable tannins for several weeks to produce a durable, flexible leather suitable for high-end goods.”
Usage
Uncountable when referring to the skin-darkening process or the industrial leather-making process.
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