# tattooed

/ˌtæˈtud/ (US) · /tætˈuːd/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/tattooed
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 1. having tattoos

adjective · CEFR B1

having one or more permanent pictures or patterns drawn on your skin with ink.

For teachers: possessing permanent designs or patterns on the skin created by the insertion of pigment.

- The tattooed man showed us the colorful dragon on his arm.
- The heavily tattooed artist explained that each design on his torso represented a significant milestone in his professional career.

## Examples

- He has a tattooed arm.
- The athlete showed off his tattooed back as he walked toward the swimming pool.
- In many ancient cultures, being heavily tattooed served as a visual record of a person's lineage, achievements, and social status within the community.

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