Tattooed

/tæˈtud/ adjective

Definition

marked with permanent ink designs on skin

Etymology

From Tahitian tatau meaning to mark

Kelly Says

Tattooed means you're marked for life - like being 'too'd' with permanent art!

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Historically coded as masculine (sailors, criminals, rebellious men). Women with tattoos faced moral judgment; bias lingers in subconscious association with character.

Inclusive Usage

Treat as neutral aesthetic choice. Avoid assumptions about wearer's values, background, or respectability based on tattoos.

Empowerment Note

Women reclaimed tattoos as self-expression; now symbolizes autonomy and bodily authority across genders.

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