Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tanned

Adjective

/tænd/

Definition

Having a brown color resulting from exposure to the sun or artificial light.

Examples

After spending the summer at the beach, she returned home with beautifully tanned skin.
The leather bag is made from high-quality tanned hide.
He loves to show off his tanned arms after a long day hiking outdoors.

Meaning

The term ‘tanned’ commonly refers to skin that has darkened due to sun exposure. It can also relate to leather that has been treated to achieve a certain color and texture.