Tongue

usgb/tʌŋ/
noun

The fleshy, movable, muscular part inside the mouth.

He burned his tongue on the hot soup.
Visual representation of "tongue" - The fleshy, movable, muscular part inside the mouth.

Often appears as...

  • bite one's tongue
  • slip of the tongue
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Sensory Function

The tongue is key for tasting; it's sensitive to five tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and umami.

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She savored the sweet taste with her tongue.
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Nonverbal Expression

Sticking out your tongue can be a playful gesture or a sign of rudeness, depending on the culture.

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He playfully stuck out his tongue at his sister.
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