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tanning

The word “tanning” has 2 syllables: tan-ning

It's pronounced as /ˈtæn.ɪŋ/

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In the thesaurus, “tanning” has 144 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for tanning along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tanning

Antonyms for tanning

Meanings of tanning

  • verb
    1. To change to a tan colour due to exposure to the sun.
    2. To change an animal hide into leather by soaking it in tannic acid. To work as a tanner.
    3. To spank or beat.
  • noun
    1. The process of making leather, which does not easily decompose, from the skins of animals, which do.
    2. The acquisition of a tan, either by exposure to the sun, or artificially.
    3. A spanking.

Example Sentences

  • She spent the afternoon tanning by the pool.
  • The leather tanning process requires special chemicals and techniques.
  • He avoided excessive tanning to protect his skin from damage.
  • The factory specializes in tanning animal hides for high-quality leather.
  • Many people enjoy tanning at the beach during summer vacations.

On this page you'll find 152 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tanning, such as: assailing, assaulting, attacking, banging, bashing, basting, battering.

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