tanning

/ˈtænɪŋ/

/ˈtænɪŋ/

Other forms: tannings

Definitions of tanning

1. noun

   process in which skin pigmentation darkens as a result of exposure to ultraviolet light
   type of:

   activity, bodily function, bodily process, body process

   an organic process that takes place in the body
2. noun

   making leather from rawhide
   type of:

   craft, trade

   the skilled practice of a practical occupation
3. noun

   beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment
   synonyms: flagellation, flogging, lashing, whipping

   types:

   self-flagellation

   self-punishment inflicted by whipping

   horsewhipping

   the act of whipping with a horsewhip

   type of:

   beating, drubbing, lacing, licking, thrashing, trouncing, whacking

   the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows