twang
/ˈtweɪ̯ŋ/ noun C2- The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.
- A particular sharp vibrating sound characteristic of electric guitars.
- A trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's voice. · Despite having lived in Canada for 20 years, he still has that Eastern European twang in his voice.
- The sound quality that appears in the human voice when the epilaryngeal tube is narrowed. · Near-synonym: nasality· nasal twang
- A sharp, pungent taste or flavor; sometimes, a disagreeable one specifically. · spicy twang
- An annoying or stupid person; especially, a recalcitrant.
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