tan
Translation
tan, suntan, light brown colour
Examples
She has a deep tan after her trip.
She has a deep tan after her trip.
The walls are painted a light tan.
The walls are painted a light tan.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) tan a brownish colouring of the skin She has a deep tan.
((a)) tan a light-brown colour The walls are painted a light tan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: suntan, bronze, beige
Etymology
From Old English 'tannian' (to tan hides), related to the colour of oak bark used in the process.
Memory Tips
Think of getting a 'tan' from the sun, or the 'tan' colour of leather.