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.”
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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 notesIn plain EnglishThe traditional Chinese dragon, as distinct from Western dragons.
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Word forms
- 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."
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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.
