tan
Because it is a word with a single syllable, tan is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions oftan
- A yellowish-brown colour.
- A darkening of the skin resulting from exposure to sunlight or similar light sources.
Example: "She still has a tan from her vacation in Mexico."
- The bark of an oak or other tree from which tannic acid is obtained.
- Of a yellowish-brown.
Example: "Mine is the white car parked next to the tan pickup truck."
- Having dark skin as a result of exposure to the sun.
Example: "You’re looking very tan this week."
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