What does "catch the sun" mean?

phrases meaning

What does catch the sun mean?


It generally means that you're looking a little sunburnt.


A corner of a garden, or a balconey can 'catch the sun' if it's correctly positioned and not overshadowed.


I have heard Americans use this phrase. It generally means sunbathe ("I'm gonna catch some sun this weekend").

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