1
: having tone or a specified tone : characterized or distinguished by a tone
2
of paper : having a slight tint
3
a
: having the muscles firm and the skin taut
toned arms
b
of muscles : firm and strong
toned abs

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Ballerini showed off her figure in another photo, featuring her in a short blue romper with a plunging halter neckline – with her toned legs on display. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026 Then, give the look a polished finish with Everlane’s low-heel pumps and Khaite’s two-toned canvas tote. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 14 May 2026 Ines de La Fressange, a devotee of flats, went with a metallic-satin combination in 2014 with a two-toned strappy sandal style from Roger Vivier. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 12 May 2026 Warmer, muted, and mid-toned shades are low-maintenance options that keep your home looking polished. Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for toned

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of toned was in the 15th century

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“Toned.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toned. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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