Fanged

Pronunciation: /feɪŋd/

Definitions of fanged

adjective describing a creature or object with long, sharp teeth

Example Sentences

A1 The fanged monster scared the children.

A2 The fanged cat hissed at the intruder.

B1 Legends often speak of fanged creatures lurking in the shadows.

B2 The vampire's fanged smile sent shivers down her spine.

C1 The fanged serpent coiled around its prey before striking.

C2 The fanged werewolf bared its teeth in a menacing growl.

Examples of fanged in a Sentence

formal The fanged creature was a sight to behold in the dark forest.

informal I saw a fanged animal lurking in the bushes.

slang That fanged dude gives me the creeps.

figurative Her words were like fanged daggers, cutting deep into his emotions.

Grammatical Forms of fanged

• past tense: fanged
• plural: fanged
• comparative: more fanged
• superlative: most fanged
• present tense: fangs
• future tense: will fang
• perfect tense: have fanged
• continuous tense: is fanging
• singular: fanged
• positive degree: fanged
• infinitive: fang
• gerund: fanging
• participle: fang

Origin and Evolution of fanged

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'fanged' originated from Old English, derived from the word 'fang', meaning tooth or tusk.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'fanged' has retained its original meaning of having or resembling fangs, typically sharp teeth or tusks.