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    Colmillo (en. Tusk)

    /kolˈmiʝo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Long, sharp tooth characteristic of some animals, such as felines and certain rodents.
    The tiger has very developed fangs for hunting.
    El tigre tiene colmillos muy desarrollados para cazar.
    In some contexts, it refers to a canine tooth in humans.
    They told him that a new fang would come in during adolescence.
    Le dijeron que le saldría un colmillo nuevo en la adolescencia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'canīnus', related to the teeth of canines.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    saber tooth
    It refers to a type of fang found in the teeth of some large mammals.
    colmillo de sable

    Related Words

    tooth
    Hard structure in the mouth, used to chew food.
    diente
    canine
    Characteristic tooth of mammals that helps in feeding.
    canino
    tusk
    Long and sturdy fang, typically associated with elephants or wild boars.
    tusk

    Slang Meanings

    To do something with cunning or skill.
    That move was done with cunning, you didn't expect him to do it.
    Esa jugada fue con colmillo, no te esperabas que lo hiciera.
    To have experience or slyness in a matter.
    That guy has street smarts in business, he always knows what to do.
    Ese tipo tiene colmillo en el negocio, siempre sabe qué hacer.