GRE Word List

TAN

to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun

The meaning of the word tan is to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun.

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garishclothed in vivid colors
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expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
clemencydisposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
atypicalnot typical : irregular
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