Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sunbathing
verb
/ˈsʌnˌbeɪðɪŋ/
Definition
The act of sitting or lying in the sun to expose the skin to sunlight.
Examples
- After a long week, she enjoyed sunbathing on the beach with her friends.
- He spent the entire afternoon sunbathing by the poolside.
- Sunbathing can be a pleasant way to unwind during the summer.
Meaning
Sunbathing is mainly done for relaxation and to obtain a tan, often during warm weather at beaches or pools.
Synonyms
- tanning
- basking
- soaking up the sun
