Tattooed: meaning, definitions and examples

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tattooed

 

[ təˈtuːd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

body art

The term 'tattooed' refers to a person who has undergone the process of getting tattoos on their skin. Tattoos are permanent markings made by inserting ink into the skin with a needle. The appearance and significance of tattoos can vary widely across different cultures and individuals.

Synonyms

decorated, inked, marked

Examples of usage

  • She has a beautifully tattooed arm.
  • Many tattooed individuals express their identity through body art.
  • Tattooed models are popular in fashion today.

Translations

Translations of the word "tattooed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tatuado

🇮🇳 टैटू वाला

🇩🇪 tätowiert

🇮🇩 bertatoo

🇺🇦 татуований

🇵🇱 tatuażowy

🇯🇵 タトゥーが入った

🇫🇷 tatoué

🇪🇸 tatuado

🇹🇷 dövme yapılmış

🇰🇷 문신이 있는

🇸🇦 موشوم

🇨🇿 tetovaný

🇸🇰 tetovaný

🇨🇳 纹身的

🇸🇮 tatuiran

🇮🇸 tatueraður

🇰🇿 татуировкалы

🇬🇪 ტატუირებული

🇦🇿 tatu edilmiş

🇲🇽 tatuado

Word origin

The word 'tattooed' derives from the Tahitian word 'tatu', which means 'to mark something'. This word entered the English language in the 18th century alongside the growing interest in Polynesian culture brought about by explorers like Captain James Cook. While the practice of tattooing has existed in various cultures for millennia, it gained significant attention in Western societies during the Victorian era. Initially associated with sailors and criminals, tattooing has since evolved into a popular form of self-expression and art, embraced by diverse communities. Today, being tattooed is often seen as a fashion statement, and the experiences and meanings associated with tattoos play a crucial role in personal identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,995, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.