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

Examples of toned in a Sentence

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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 29 May. 2024.

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