Tannin Definition & Meaning

tannin
noun
  1. any of various complex phenolic substances of plant origin; used in tanning and in medicine

"Tannin" in song lyrics

See how tannin is used in real songs:

  • "No action, ms jackson, to cover me tannin"
    Rasaq — It's the Color Change
  • "wine with the most tannin"
    AOL — AOL

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