Tannin (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various complex phenolic substances of plant origin; used in tanning and in medicine.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Tannins found in tea are known to have several health benefits due to their antioxidant properties.
- The tannin in this wine gives it a slightly bitter taste that some people find unpleasant.
- The tannin-rich bark of the oak tree has been used for centuries in the leather tanning process.
- Research has shown that the high levels of tannin in pomegranate juice can help reduce inflammation in the body.
- Some people find that the tannin in their favorite coffee causes a drying sensation in their mouth.