First Known Use: 15th century
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1pang
noun \ˈpaŋ\
: a sudden, strong feeling of physical or emotional pain
Full Definition of PANG
1
: a brief piercing spasm of pain
2
: a sharp attack of mental anguish <pangs of remorse>
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Origin of PANG
origin unknown
2pang
verb
PANG Defined for Kids
pang
noun \ˈpaŋ\
Definition of PANG for Kids
: a sudden sharp feeling of physical pain or emotion <hunger pangs> <a pang or guilt>
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noun \ˈpaŋ\
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