English · Food & Drink
tangy
/ˈtæŋi/
[/ˈtæŋi/]
having a sharp, pleasant, slightly sour taste
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Having a strong, sharp, slightly sour but pleasant taste or smell. It often describes citrus fruit, vinegar dressings, or certain cheeses.
Example
The dressing had a fresh, tangy flavor.
The dressing had a fresh, tangy flavor.
Etymology
From 'tang' (a sharp taste, from Old Norse 'tangi', point) plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
A common food-review word for sharp, lively, slightly sour flavors.