2tone verb
tones; toned; ton·ing [+ obj] : to give strength and firmness to (something, such as muscles or skin)
▪ These exercises are a good way to tone (up) your stomach muscles.
▪ These exercises are a good way to tone (up) your stomach muscles.
tone down [phrasal verb]
tone (something) down or tone down (something) 1 : to make (something) less forceful, offensive, or harsh
▪ People will be more likely to listen to you if you tone down your language a little. 2 : to make (something) less bright or colorful
▪ She toned down her wardrobe.
▪ People will be more likely to listen to you if you tone down your language a little.
▪ She toned down her wardrobe.
tone in [phrasal verb]
tone in with (something) Brit : to match the color of (something)
▪ That tie tones in well with your suit.
▪ That tie tones in well with your suit.




