/tɔŋ/ (UK) /tɔŋ/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

the flexible, movable mass of tissue at the end of the mouth that is used in eating and speaking

“She stuck out her tongue to catch the ice cream.”

2. noun

a part of an organ or machine that projects out from the main body and serves a particular purpose

“The tongue of the plow scratched through the field.”

3. verb

to speak or utter words or sounds in a particular way

“The children were tongue-tied in front of their parents.”

4. verb

to utter or produce a particular sound, especially one used for pleasure or excitement

“The crowd started to tongue the horn in excitement.”

5. verb

to express or imply something indirectly or by suggestion

“The politician’s words were carefully chosen to tongue the issue.”

6. noun

a language or dialect, especially one that is considered to be inferior or obscure

“The linguist specialized in obscure tongues.”

7. noun

a form of music that is characterized by its use of a single, sustained note or chord

“The jazz piece featured a long, soothing tongue.”

8. noun

the language or dialect of a particular region or group of people

“The local tongue was a blend of English and Spanish.”