True tanning, as opposed to curing with animal fats, is limited to the Old World and to the technologically more advanced cultures (Beals and Hoijer).
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tan·ning — /ˈtænıŋ/ noun [noncount] : the act or process of darkening your skin by exposing it to the bright light of the sun or a special type of lamp indoor tanning tanning oils/lotions … Useful english dictionary
tan. — «tan», adjective, noun, verb, tanned, tan|ning. –adj. 1. light yellowish brown in color: »He wore tan shoes. 2. having to do with tanning. 3. used in tanning. –n. 1 … Useful english dictionary
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