sunbathe

/ˈsʌnbæθ/

Definitions

1. verb

to lie or sit in the sun, especially in order to become tanned or warm

“She likes to sunbathe on the beach during her summer vacation.”

2. verb

to expose (something) to the sun, especially in order to dry or harden it

“The artist sunbathed the painting on a sunny windowsill to speed up the drying process.”

3. noun

the act of lying or sitting in the sun, especially in order to become tanned or warm

“After a long winter, she enjoyed a period of sunbathing to restore her tan.”

Synonyms

  • bask
  • soak

Antonyms

  • shade
  • shelter