Meaning of the word suntan in English

What does suntan mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

suntan

US /ˈsʌn.tæn/

UK /ˈsʌn.tæn/

a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the sun's rays

Example:

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She came back from her vacation with a beautiful suntan.

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He got a severe suntan after spending all day at the beach.

Synonym:

tan bronze

to become or cause to become brown from exposure to the sun's rays

Example:

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She likes to suntan by the pool.

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The intense sun quickly suntanned their skin.

Synonym:

tan bronze

Related Word:

suntanned