Word: FANGS
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Definition of FANGS
- A long, pointed canine tooth used for biting and tearing flesh
- (in snakes) a long pointed tooth for injecting venom
- To strike or attack with the fangs.
- To enable to catch or tear; to furnish with fangs.
- To catch, capture; seize; grip; clutch; lay hold of.
- To take; receive with assent; accept.
- (as a guest) To receive with hospitality; welcome.
- A grasping; capture; the act or power of seizing; hold.
- That which is seized or carried off; booty; spoils; stolen goods.
- Any projection, catch, shoot, or other thing by which hold is taken; a prehensile part or organ.
- To supply (a pump) with the water necessary for it to operate.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "fangs", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "fangs" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FANGS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is FANGS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in FANGS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing FANGS:
- # the fangs effect
- # master of fangs
- # playing with fangs
- # in terms of fangs
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