tannin
|tan-nin|
/ˈtænɪn/
plant-derived astringent
Etymology
'tannin' originates from French, specifically the word 'tannin', where 'tan-' referred to 'oak bark' used in tanning.
'tannin' changed from the French word 'tannin' and eventually became the modern English word 'tannin'.
Initially, it meant 'a substance used in tanning leather', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a polyphenolic compound found in plants'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound found in plants, especially in bark, wood, leaves, and fruit skins, used in tanning leather and in the production of ink.
The tannins in the wine give it a dry taste.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a substance derived from tannic acid, used in medicine and industry.
Tannins are used in the treatment of burns and as astringents.
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