toner

noun

ton·​er ˈtō-nər 

: one that tones or is a source of tones: such as

a

: a substance (such as a thermoplastic powder) used especially to develop an image (such as a latent xerographic image) on a piece of paper

b

: a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores

c

: a solution used to impart color to a silver photographic image

Examples of toner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These renewal and rejuvenation toner pads help visibly smooth texture, refine pores and improve skin tone. —Tory Johnson, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026

Elsewhere, staff roam hallways in search of toner cartridges and ink. —Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026

This toner also pairs smoothing with serious barrier support. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026

But modern toners are a completely different game. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

tone entry 2 + -er entry 2

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for toner

• donor
• kroner
• kronor
• loner
• owner
• stoner
• homeowner
• landowner
• shipowner

Medical Definition

toner

noun

ton·​er

ˈtō-nər

: one that tones

a muscle toner

especially : a liquid cosmetic for cleansing the skin and contracting the pores

facial toners