Definition of Tangy in English :

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Tangy meaning in English

Meaning of Tangy in English

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Tangy

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Adjective

1. lemonlike, lemony, sourish, tangy, tart

tasting sour like a lemon

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Tangy

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adjectiveWord forms: tangier or tangiest
having a pungent, fresh, or briny flavour or aroma
a tangy sea breeze

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Tangy

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adjectiveWord forms: ˈtangier or ˈtangiest
having a tang, or pleasantly sharp flavor

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Tangy

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n.
1. A distinctively sharp taste, flavor, or odor, as that of orange juice.
2. A distinctive quality: "Underneath it all was the tang of genuine adventure" (Jan Clausen).
3. A sharp point, tongue, or prong.
4. A projection by which a tool, such as a chisel or knife, is attached to its handle or stock. Also called shank.
tr.v. tanged, tang·ing, tangs
1. To furnish with a tang.
2. To give a tang to.

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