tang
|tang|
B2
/tæŋ/
sharp taste or point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tang' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'tang,' where it meant 'a sharp point or prong.'
Historical Evolution
'tang' changed from the Old Norse word 'tang' and eventually became the modern English word 'tang.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sharp point or prong,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a strong taste or smell' and 'a projecting part of an object.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 2
a projecting part of an object, such as the prong of a fork or the blade of a knife.
The tang of the knife was securely fastened to the handle.
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Last updated: 2025/04/14 08:57