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tannest

tannest is the superlative form of tan.

Meaning of tan

Adjective

tan (comparative tanner, superlative tannest)

  1. Yellowish-brown.
    • a tan suit
  2. Having dark skin as a result of exposure to the sun or an artificial process intended to mimic this effect.
    • You’re looking very tan this week.
    Synonyms:
    suntanned, tanned

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Questions about tannest

What is tannest the superlative form of?
Tannest is the superlative form of tan.

Words near tannest in the dictionary

  1. tannerite
  2. tanners
  3. tannery
  4. Tannese
  5. tanness
  6. tannest
  7. tanni-
  8. tannia
  9. tannic
  10. tannic acid
  11. tannic acids

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