tang
noun (1)
\ ˈtaŋ
\
\
Definition of tang
(Entry 1 of 5)
1a
: 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
2a
: a faint suggestion : trace
my comment held a tang of sarcasm
b
: a distinguishing characteristic that sets apart or gives a special individuality
3
: a projecting shank, prong, fang, or tongue (as on a knife, file, or sword) to connect with the handle
4
: any of various surgeonfishes — compare blue tang
tang
verb (1)
tanged;
tanging;
tangs
Definition of tang (Entry 2 of 5)
tang
verb (2)
tanged;
tanging;
tangs
tang
noun (2)Definition of tang (Entry 4 of 5)
: a sharp twanging sound
Tang
noun (3)
\ ˈtäŋ
\
\
variants:
or T'ang
Definition of Tang (Entry 5 of 5)
: a Chinese dynasty dated a.d. 618–907 and marked by wide contacts with other cultures and by the development of printing and the flourishing of poetry and art
Other Words from tang
Noun (1)
tanged
\ ˈtaŋd
\
adjective
\
adjective
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more
Keep scrolling for more