bronzing

noun

bronz·​ing ˈbrän-ziŋ How to pronounce bronzing (audio)
: a bronze coloring or discoloration (as of leaves)

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There’s a bronzing primer that evens skin and plumps fine lines, and a foundation that targets acne and eczema. Charu Suri, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2022 Herbert says her job on Minx ran the gamut: body bronzing, corrective makeup to cover tattoos, traditional makeup like eye shadow and foundation, application of facial hair and merkins, and, yes, prosthetic genitalia. Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 16 Nov. 2022 Injections by arborists can protect phoenix and similar palms from lethal bronzing disease. Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Oct. 2022 In addition to complementing a range of skin tones, darker and lighter colors can be used for other purposes, like bronzing, contouring, and highlighting. Theresa Holland, PEOPLE.com, 22 July 2022 See all Example Sentences for bronzing 

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bronzing was in 1834

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“Bronzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bronzing. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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