Fang

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Fang

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

FANG  /faŋ/

Definition

A large sharp tooth, especially a canine tooth of a dog or wolf, or the hollow or grooved tooth of a venomous snake through which venom is injected.

Plain meaning

A large, sharp, pointed tooth — especially one used to bite, grip, or inject venom.

Register

Neutral in zoological and biological contexts. Vivid and dramatic in figurative or popular use.