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Example
After a week at the beach, her tan was a deep, golden hue.
The sunburn eventually faded, leaving behind a lasting tan.
His tan was the result of months spent working outdoors.
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lichtbruin, tan
a light brown shade that resembles the color of tanned leather
Example
The walls of the room were painted a warm tan to create a cozy atmosphere.
Her shoes were a classic tan, which matched perfectly with her outfit.
The handbag was a rich tan that added a touch of elegance to her ensemble.
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lichtbruin, beige
having a pale yellowish-brown color
Example
She wore a tan dress that complemented her sun-kissed complexion.
The sand on the beach was a warm tan color in the sunlight.
His dog had a coat of short, tan fur.
to tan
01
bruin worden, zonnebaden
(of a person or a person's skin) to become darkened or brown as a result of exposure to the sun
Intransitive
Example
She tans easily and always has a golden glow in the summer.
He tanned quickly after just a few days at the beach.
Her skin tans when exposed to sunlight for extended periods.
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bruin worden, zonnen
to darken or brown someone's skin as if exposed to the sun
Transitive: to tan someone's skin
Example
She tanned her skin by spending hours on the beach.
He tanned his body using a tanning lotion and sunbathing.
They tanned their legs while hiking in the mountains.
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looiën, transformeren
to transform raw animal hides into leather by treating them with tannic acid or other substances
Transitive: to tan animal hides
Example
The tanner used traditional methods to tan the animal hides.
After hunting, the trapper would tan the animal pelts to preserve them for use in clothing and blankets.
The artisan carefully tanned the leather, ensuring it was soft and supple for crafting into fine goods.
Old useExample
The villagers were shocked when the leader decided to tan the thief for his crime.
In the old days, a child who misbehaved might be tanned by the headmaster.
The soldiers feared that they might be tanned if they failed to follow orders.
