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fang Synonyms
Another word for fang
Choosing another word for fang depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A large, sharp tooth, especially a canine tooth of a dog, wolf, or other carnivorous mammal used for seizing and tearing prey.
Usage Example
"The wolf bared its fangs as a warning to the approaching intruders."
Strong
canine
eyetooth
cuspid
Weak
tusk
• noun (Context 2)
The tapered root of a tooth, or the spike-like tang of a tool or knife blade that fits into the handle.
Usage Example
"The blacksmith forged a sturdy iron tang at the base of the chisel to secure it tightly into the wooden handle."
Strong
tang
prong
• verb (Context 3)
To bite, pierce, or seize with or as if with fangs.
Usage Example
"The stray dog tried to bite the handler's thick leather glove during the rescue."
Strong
bite
Weak
nip
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Fang. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/fang