Fanger

/ˈfæŋɡər/ noun

Definition

One that has fangs or one that displays fangs; an animal or creature possessing prominent fangs.

Etymology

From fang (Old English) plus the agent noun suffix -er, creating 'one that has or displays fangs.'

Kelly Says

A 'fanger' is more poetic than 'fanged animal'—it suggests something actively using or showing its fangs, like a vampire in folklore or a cobra in defensive posture.

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