TANNED Meaning and
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Tanned, as an adjective, refers to the condition of having sun-kissed or darkened skin due to exposure to the sun or artificial tanning methods. This term specifically describes the change in skin color that occurs when the skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
When the skin is exposed to UV rays, the body's production of melanin, a pigment responsible for skin color, increases. This increase in melanin production causes the skin to develop a darker hue, commonly known as a tan. Tanning can vary in intensity, ranging from a light, golden-brown shade to a deep, darker complexion.
Tanned skin is often associated with a healthy and active lifestyle, as it is commonly acquired through spending time outdoors, participating in outdoor activities, or using tanning booths or other artificial methods to achieve a tan appearance. However, it is important to note that excessive and unprotected exposure to UV radiation can be harmful to the skin and increase the risk of skin damage, premature aging, and various types of skin cancer.
In addition to the skin, tanned can also be used to describe other materials that have undergone a process to darken or color them. Examples include tanned leather, which refers to leather that has been treated with chemicals to make it more durable and resistant to decay, or tanned hides, which are animal skins that have undergone a similar treatment process for preservation and use in various industries.
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Made brown by exposure to the sun.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for TANNED
Etymology of TANNED
The word "tanned" comes from the Old English word "tannian", which means "to convert into leather". It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "tannijaną". The origins of this word are believed to stem from the Proto-Indo-European root "*ten-", meaning "to stretch" or "to extend". Ancient tanning methods involved stretching and drying animal hides to convert them into leather, giving rise to the term "tanned". Over time, the word came to be associated with the process of darkening or browning the skin through exposure to sunlight, leading to the modern usage of the term for describing a person's complexion.
Similar spelling words for TANNED
Conjugate verb Tanned
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