sunbather

Thân thiện

A sunbather relaxes on a towel at the beach.

Definition

Noun: A person who lies or sits in the sun, specifically to tan their skin.

Usage

A "sunbather" is a person engaged in the activity of sunbathing. The term describes the person themselves, not the activity. * The beach was crowded with sunbathers on towels. * As a dedicated sunbather, she spent every summer afternoon in the garden.

Advanced Usage

• The term often implies a deliberate, leisurely activity for relaxation or cosmetic purposes (tanning).
• It can be used in contexts discussing health, leisure, or tourism.
  • The resort caters to sunbathers with plenty of lounge chairs and minimal shade.

Variants and Related Words

• Sunbathe (verb): To lie or sit in the sun to tan or relax.
  • They love to sunbathe by the pool.
• Sunbathing (noun/gerund): The activity of lying in the sun.
  • Sunbathing requires sunscreen to be safe.

Synonyms

• Bather (in this specific context)
• Sun worshipper (informal, idiomatic)

Related Idioms

• Sun worshipper: An informal, sometimes humorous term for a person who loves to sunbathe frequently.
  • My sister is a real sun worshipper; she's always the most tanned person I know.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who basks in the sunshine in order to get a suntan