tang

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tang[1,noun] tang[2,transitive verb] tang[3,verb]

Main Entry: ¹tang
Pronunciation: 'ta[ng]
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse tangi point of land, tang
1 : a projecting shank, prong, fang, or tongue (as on a knife, file, or sword) to connect with the handle
2 a : a sharp distinctive often lingering flavor b : a pungent odor c : something having the effect of a tang (as in stimulation of the senses) <the tang of the autumn air> <add tang to your writing>
3 a : a faint suggestion : TRACE <my comment held a tang of sarcasm> b : a distinguishing characteristic that sets apart or gives a special individuality
4 : any of various surgeonfishes -- compare BLUE TANG
- tanged /'ta[ng]d/ adjective