noun

loong

luung

Loong (noun) means a Chinese dragon, a legendary serpentine creature associated with power and good fortune. Example: “A golden loong was carved above the temple entrance.”

noun

A Chinese dragon, a legendary serpentine creature associated with power and good fortune.

"A golden loong was carved above the temple entrance."

How to use loong

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe traditional Chinese dragon, as distinct from Western dragons.

Word forms

loong plural, loongs plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Mandarin lóng ("dragon"); the spelling "loong" is used to keep it distinct from the English word "long."

Rhymes for loong

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Frequently asked questions

What does “loong” mean?

The word “loong” means a Chinese dragon, a legendary serpentine creature associated with power and good fortune. In plain terms, the traditional Chinese dragon, as distinct from Western dragons.

How do you pronounce “loong”?

“Loong” is pronounced luung (/lʊŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “loong” in a sentence?

Here is “loong” used in a sentence: “A golden loong was carved above the temple entrance.”

What part of speech is “loong”?

“Loong” is a noun.