Tusk

/tʌsk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A long, pointed tooth, often protruding from the mouth, found in certain mammals such as elephants and walruses.

The elephant raised its trunk and displayed its massive tusks.

A similar elongated tooth of certain other animals, often used for digging or defense.

The boar charged at the predator with its sharp tusks aimed forward.

A tusk can also refer to the fossilized remains of such teeth, commonly found in paleontology.

The paleontologist unearthed a large tusk that belonged to a prehistoric creature.

Middle Dutch 'tuske', akin to Old English 'tuscan' meaning a tooth

tusk of an elephant

A notable feature of elephants, long pointed teeth that can be used for digging and fighting.

tuskless

Describing an animal that does not have tusks.

ivory

The hard white material made from tusks, used in art and jewelry.

fang

A long, pointed tooth, often associated with carnivorous animals.

canine

Referring to the pointed teeth in the mouth of mammals.

Tusk it up

When you're feeling tough, just tusk it up and face the challenge.