Meaning & use
tangy
Having a sharp, tart, or pleasantly acidic taste or smell.
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The tangy dressing of lemon and vinegar brightened the plain green salad.
She loves the tangy bite of unripe mango dipped in salt and chili.
A note on using this word
Describes a flavor that is sharp but usually pleasant, distinguishing it from "sour," which can sound more negative.
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tartzesty
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