Definition of pang
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a brief piercing spasm of pain
the pangs of childbirth
2
: a sharp attack of mental anguish
pangs of remorse a pang of guilt a pang of disappointment
pang
verb
panged; panging; pangs
Definition of pang (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of pang was in the 15th century
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