fang
word
/ˈfæŋ/
/fˈæŋ/
Definition
A fang is a long, sharp tooth that animals like snakes, dogs, or wolves use to bite or catch their prey. It is also used in stories about vampires.
Usage & Nuances
'Fang' usually refers to an animal's long, pointed tooth, especially for hunting or defense—common with snakes, wolves, and in vampire stories. Do not confuse with 'canine' (human dental term) or 'claw' (for nails). Most often used for carnivorous animals or fictional monsters.
Spanish: colmilloPortuguese (BR): presa (dente) - canino (animal)Portuguese (PT): presa (dente) - canino (animal)Chinese (Simplified): 獠牙Chinese (Traditional): 獠牙Hindi: दांत (नुकीला, जानवर का)Arabic: نابBengali: দাঁত (ফাং)- বিষদাঁতRussian: клыкJapanese: 牙（キバ）Vietnamese: nanhKorean: 송곳니Turkish: zehir dişi - pençe dişiUrdu: نوکیلا دانتIndonesian: taring
Example Sentences
The snake showed its sharp fang before biting.
basic
Vampires in stories always have sharp fangs.
basic
He wore a necklace with a tiger's fang as a lucky charm.
natural
A wolf's fang can be very dangerous.
basic
The dog bared its fangs to warn the stranger.
natural
You could see the snake's fangs glinting in the sunlight.
natural