tan
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/tæn/
brownish-yellow
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tan' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tannian,' where 'tann-' meant 'to tan or make brown.'
Historical Evolution
'tannian' changed from Old English word 'tannian' and eventually became the modern English word 'tan'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make brown or darken,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brownish-yellow color resembling that of tanned leather.
The walls were painted a soft tan.
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Verb 1
to make or become brown or darkened, especially by exposure to the sun.
She tans easily in the summer sun.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35