tang

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a strong, pungent taste or smell

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The lemon had a sharp, refreshing tang.
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There was a faint tang of salt in the air.
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the part of a tool, such as a knife, chisel, or file, that extends into the handle

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The knife's blade was firmly attached to the handle by its tang.
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He checked the tang of the chisel to ensure it was properly seated in the handle.
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to have a strong, pungent taste or smell

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The cheese began to tang as it aged.
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The sea air tanged with the scent of seaweed.
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