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    Colmillos (en. Fangs)

    /kolˈmiʎos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Developed canine teeth, used for hunting or self-defense.
    Lions show their fangs when they are angry.
    Los leones muestran sus colmillos cuando están enojados.
    Teeth that protrude in some species of animals.
    The boar has very sharp fangs.
    El jabalí tiene colmillos muy afilados.
    In popular culture, it refers to the teeth of vampires.
    Vampires are known for their sharp fangs.
    Los vampiros son conocidos por sus colmillos afilados.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'canīnus', meaning 'belonging to the canines'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sharp-toothed
    A person who has pronounced fangs or who is cunning.
    colmilludo
    to show one's fangs
    To show an aggressive or threatening side.
    sacar los colmillos

    Related Words

    canine
    A tooth that is fang-shaped, typical of mammals.
    canino
    dentition
    The set of teeth that a human or animal has.
    dentadura
    disease
    A disease that affects the teeth or gums.
    afección

    Slang Meanings

    Someone cunning or who acts maliciously.
    That guy is sharp-toothed, don't believe anything he says.
    Ese tipo es un colmilludo, no le creas nada.
    A person who commands respect due to their aggressive attitude.
    In the fight, he showed his fangs.
    En la pelea, mostró sus colmillos.