tanbark

[ tan-bahrk ]

1. the bark of the oak, hemlock, etc., bruised and broken by a mill and used especially in tanning hides.
2. a surface covered with pieces of tanbark, especially a circus ring.

tanbark

/ ˈtænˌbɑːk /

noun

1. the bark of certain trees, esp the oak and hemlock, used as a source of tannin Often shortened totan

Word History and Origins

Origin of tanbark¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; tan ¹ + bark ²

Example Sentences

Pity’s talent, which she seems to make up on the spot, is being able to eat anything, which she proves by picking up a handful of tanbark bits and swallowing them, splinters and all.

From Los Angeles Times

It's sunny and earthbound at once, with scents of wild raspberries and tanbark, with an earthy bottom note — that's the Carignane, announcing itself.

From Los Angeles Times

The audience has faith, and the performers—where would they be without it?—in small fragments, red and white on the tanbark floor.

From Project Gutenberg

Of late this plant has been attracting much notice under the name "canaigre," and it is hoped that it will prove a valuable substitute for tanbark.

From Project Gutenberg

The next best is finely chopped straw or hay, tanbark, etc.

From Project Gutenberg