Where does “tang” come from?
Tang comes from Old Norse tangi, a word of uncertain ultimate origin whose meaning in Old Norse is not documented.
tang (English): A refreshingly sharp aroma or flavor; A strong or...
Definitions
- A refreshingly sharp aroma or flavor; A strong or...
Ancestry of “tang”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | Middle English | tang | serpent's tongue; extension of blade |
| 2 | Old Norse | tangi | tang, cape |
Words derived from “tang”