Sunbathed: meaning, definitions and examples
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sunbathed
[ sʌnˈbeɪðd ]
sun exposure
Sunbathed is the past tense of sunbathe, which means to expose oneself to sunlight, typically while lying down. This activity is often done to acquire a tan or to simply enjoy the warmth of the sun. People frequently sunbathe on beaches, in backyards, or at public parks. It's important to take precautions against sunburn while sunbathing.
Synonyms
basked, soaked up the sun, tanned.
Examples of usage
- We sunbathed on the beach all day.
- After the hike, we sunbathed by the lake.
- She sunbathed in her backyard during summer.
Translations
Translations of the word "sunbathed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tomou sol
🇮🇳 सूरज सेंकना
🇩🇪 sonnenbaden
🇮🇩 berjemur
🇺🇦 засмагати
🇵🇱 opalać się
🇯🇵 日光浴をする
🇫🇷 prendre un bain de soleil
🇪🇸 tomar el sol
🇹🇷 güneşlenmek
🇰🇷 햇볕을 쬐다
🇸🇦 التشمس
🇨🇿 opalovat se
🇸🇰 opaľovať sa
🇨🇳 晒太阳
🇸🇮 sončiti se
🇮🇸 sólbaða
🇰🇿 күнге қыздыру
🇬🇪 მზეის ქვეშ განთა
🇦🇿 günəş vannası qəbul etmək
🇲🇽 tomar el sol
Etymology
The term 'sunbathe' is derived from the combination of two words: 'sun' and 'bathe'. The word 'sun' originates from the Old English term 'sunne', which is related to the Proto-Germanic 'sunnōn', meaning 'the star that emits light and warmth'. 'Bathe' comes from the Old English 'bæthan', which meant to immerse or wash in water. Over time, the phrase evolved to mean lying in the sun to acquire a tan or just to enjoy the sunlight. It reflects a lifestyle that values leisure and outdoor activities, especially in sunny climates. The practice of sunbathing has cultural significance in many societies, often associated with health, beauty, and relaxation. Despite its popularity, sunbathing must be approached with caution due to the risks of skin damage from UV radiation.