Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
suntans
noun
/ˈsʌnˌtæn/
Definition
The darkening of the skin caused by exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet radiation.
Examples
- After spending a week at the beach, her suntan was a beautiful golden shade.
- He applied sunscreen to prevent burning, but still wanted a nice suntan.
Meaning
Suntans occur when skin pigment increases in response to UV exposure, resulting in a darker skin tone for a temporary period.
Synonyms
- sunburn
- bronzing
- tanning
