How Do You Spell BRONZED SKIN?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈɒnzd skˈɪn] (IPA)

The word "bronzed skin" describes a particular type of skin tone that appears tanned or sun-kissed. The word is spelled using the phonetic transcription /brɒnzd skɪn/, with the "o" in "bronzed" pronounced like the "o" in "hot" and the "e" in "skin" pronounced like the "i" in "bit". The word is derived from the verb "to bronze," which means to tan or brown a material through exposure to the sun, heat, or chemicals. The resulting color is similar to the color of bronze metal.

BRONZED SKIN Meaning and Definition

1. Bronzed skin refers to a tan or sun-kissed complexion that typically has a golden or coppery hue. The term "bronzed" is often used to describe the natural or artificially achieved darkening of the skin due to exposure to the sun or sunbeds. The coloration is typically characterized by a warm, glowing shade that appears as if the individual has been basking in the sunlight for an extended period.

   The bronze coloration of the skin occurs as a result of the skin's production of melanin in response to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Melanin is a pigment present in the skin, hair, and eyes, responsible for determining the coloration. When exposed to UV rays, the skin produces more melanin, causing it to darken and attain a bronzed appearance.

   Bronzed skin is often associated with a healthy, outdoor lifestyle as it is commonly attained from spending time under the sun, engaging in outdoor activities, or vacationing in sunny locations. In some cultures, bronzed skin is considered an attractive or desirable physical characteristic, symbolizing vitality, youthfulness, and a well-traveled lifestyle.

   However, it is important to note that excessive exposure to UV radiation can be harmful and increase the risk of skin damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. Therefore, it is essential to protect the skin with sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit exposure to sunlight or artificial tanning methods when seeking a bronzed appearance.

2. The dark skin in Addison's disease.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for BRONZED SKIN

• vronzed skin
• nronzed skin
• hronzed skin
• gronzed skin
• beonzed skin
• bdonzed skin
• bfonzed skin
• btonzed skin
• b5onzed skin
• b4onzed skin
• brinzed skin
• brknzed skin
• brlnzed skin
• brpnzed skin
• br0nzed skin
• br9nzed skin
• brobzed skin
• bromzed skin
• brojzed skin
• brohzed skin

Etymology of BRONZED SKIN

The word "bronzed" comes from the Old English "brun" or "brunian", which means "to become brown or dark". The term "bronzed skin" refers to having a tan or a dark complexion as if having been exposed to the sun. The word "skin" is derived from the Proto-Germanic "skinn" or "skinnan", which translates to "hide" or "pelts". Over time, "bronzed skin" has become a common phrase to describe a tanned or sun-kissed complexion.

Plural form of BRONZED SKIN is BRONZED SKINS