Tusk

word

1. Noun

Same as Torsk.

2. Noun

One of the elongated incisor or canine teeth of the wild boar, elephant, etc.; hence, any long, protruding tooth.

3. Noun

A toothshell, or Dentalium; -- called also tusk-shell.

4. Noun

A projecting member like a tenon, and serving the same or a similar purpose, but composed of several steps, or offsets. Thus, in the illustration, a is the tusk, and each of the several parts, or offsets, is called a tooth.

5. Verb

To bare or gnash the teeth.

6. Noun

a long pointed tooth specialized for fighting or digging; especially in an elephant or walrus or hog
Vocabulary classified under Nature and environment
More about this word
Synonyms and related words
Explore this word