1
: having tone or a specified tone : characterized or distinguished by a tone
2
of paper : having a slight tint
3
a
: having the muscles firm and the skin taut
toned arms
b
of muscles : firm and strong
toned abs

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The first finish is Natural Aluminum and features deep black contrasted against natural toned aluminum. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024 Jonathan Bailey took the opportunity to show off his insanely toned legs at a Wicked photocall in Australia donning a pair of black pleated shorts that rival Mescal's beloved 5-inch inseams. Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 Many clients feel more comfortable in shorts or skirts, knowing their legs are toned and strong. Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024 Foster apparently couldn’t resist the charms of the handsome, famously toned, 6-foot-2-inch Australian actor, according to In Touch. Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for toned 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of toned was in the 15th century

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“Toned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toned. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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