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fang

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Noun — A long, pointed tooth used for biting, tearing, or injecting venom.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

Fangxian

How to use fang

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

bare its fangs venomous fangs sink its fangs into

Etymology

From Old English fengtōþ, "molar tooth," literally "catch-tooth," related to fōn, "to seize or catch."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fang” mean?
The word “fang” means a long, pointed tooth used for biting, tearing, or injecting venom. In plain terms, a sharp, pointed tooth, especially one used by animals like dogs, wolves, or snakes to bite or inject venom.
How do you pronounce “fang”?
“Fang” is pronounced FANG (/ˈfeɪ̯ŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fang” in a sentence?
Here is “fang” used in a sentence: “The wolf bared its fangs.”
What is another word for “fang”?
Words with a similar meaning to “fang” include Fangxian.
What part of speech is “fang”?
“Fang” is a noun.
Where does the word “fang” come from?
The word “fang” comes from Old English. From Old English fengtōþ, "molar tooth," literally "catch-tooth," related to fōn, "to seize or catch.".
Is “fang” a common word?
“Fang” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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