| Tang (täng) A Chinese dynasty (618-907) that was known for its wealth and its encouragement of the arts and literature. |
tang 1 (t ng)n. 1. A distinctively sharp taste, flavor, or odor, as that of orange juice. See Synonyms at taste. 2. A distinctive quality that adds piquancy. 3. A trace, hint, or smattering. 4. A sharp point, tongue, or prong. 5. A projection by which a tool, such as a chisel or knife, is attached to its handle or stock. Also called shank. 6. A surgeonfish. tr.v. tanged, tang·ing, tangs 1. To furnish with a tang. 2. To give a tang to. [Middle English tange, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse tangi, point, sting.] tang  i·ness n.tang y adj. |
| tang 2 (tng) n. A loud ringing sound; a twang. intr. & tr.v. tanged, tang·ing, tangs To twang or cause to twang; ring. [Imitative.] |
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