Pronunciation: [fˈaŋ] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "fang" follows the basic English alphabet rules for phonetic transcription. It is spelled with the /f/ sound followed by the /a/ sound and the velar nasal /ŋ/ sound. The phonetic transcription of "fang" in IPA is /fæŋ/. This word refers to a long, pointed tooth found in carnivorous animals. It is also used metaphorically to describe someone with a cruel or aggressive nature.
Fang is a noun that refers to a long, pointed tooth or a tooth-like projection, usually found in the mouth of certain animals. The word is derived from the Old English word "fang," meaning "to seize or capture." Fangs are typically more developed and prominent in carnivorous or predatory animals, primarily as a tool for seizing and puncturing their prey. They are often associated with creatures such as snakes, spiders, and certain mammals.
Fangs are characterized by their sharpness, length, and the manner in which they are positioned in the mouth. They are typically curved or tapered, allowing for effective puncturing and gripping. The venomous snakes possess fangs that are hollow and used to inject venom into their prey or predators for self-defense.
In addition to their function in hunting and defense, fangs can also be a distinguishing feature of certain fictional creatures, such as vampires or mythical beasts. In such depictions, fangs are often associated with the act of sucking blood or symbolize danger and ferocity.
Metaphorically, the term "fangs" can also be used to describe the sharp or aggressive nature of a person's words or actions, implying a biting or harmful intent. This use of the term highlights the teeth-like quality of fangs and their potential to cause harm or inflict pain.
1. A long tooth or tusk 2. The hollow tooth of a snake through which the venom is ejected. 3. The root of a tooth, especially one of the two or three tapering or flattened projections forming the root of a molar tooth.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
A pointed tooth; a tusk; a claw or talon.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "fang" originated from the Old English word "fōng", which evolved from the Proto-Germanic word "fangō". This word ultimately traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*pag", meaning "to fasten" or "to fix". Over time, the meaning of "fang" transformed to refer specifically to the sharp, pointed teeth of animals like dogs or wolves that are used for biting or grasping.
