Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Tanning.
Tanning - as a noun
Process in which skin pigmentation darkens as a result of exposure to ultraviolet light
Beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flagellation16flogging14lashing11whipping19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beating10drubbing14lacing9licking14thrashing16trouncing12whacking21Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Making leather from rawhide
Tanning - as a verb
To change to a tan colour due to exposure to the sun.
Example: "No matter how long i stay out in the sun, i never tan. though i do burn."
To change an animal hide into leather by soaking it in tannic acid. to work as a tanner.
To spank or beat.
Example Sentences
"She was a regular at the tanning salon."
"His tanning session left him with a deep golden tan."
"The tanning industry has faced criticism for promoting unrealistic beauty standards."
"She applied a generous amount of tanning lotion to achieve a darker skin tone."
"The tanning process involves exposing the skin to UV rays."
Word Game Points
Is TANNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tanning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TANNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is TANNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tanning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTANNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is TANNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tanning is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTANNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
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