Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tanning
noun
/ˈtænɪŋ/
Definition
The process of treating animal hides and skins to produce leather.
Examples
- The tanning industry has evolved with new technologies.
- After a day at the beach, she noticed a beautiful tanning effect on her skin.
Meaning
Tanning refers to the methods used to convert raw animal skins into leather, making them durable and more resistant to decay.
Synonyms
- Leather processing
- Bronzing
