tan

Definition

  • n. a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun
  • n. a light brown the color of topaz
  • v. treat skins and hides with tannic acid so as to convert them into leather
  • v. get a tan, from wind or sun

Word forms

Past tense
tanned
Past participle
tanned
Present participle
tanning
Third person singular
tans

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The leather bag has a beautiful tan color that matches my shoes.

  2. a.

    She wore a tan jacket that looked great with her outfit.

  3. vi.

    After spending a week at the beach, I managed to tan my skin.

  4. vt.

    The sun can tan your skin quickly if you don't wear sunscreen.