Spicy vs. Tangy
Spicy and Tangy Definitions
Spicy
Having the flavor, aroma, or quality of spice.
Tangy
A distinctively sharp taste, flavor, or odor, as that of orange juice.
Spicy
Piquant; zesty
A spicy tomato sauce.
Tangy
A distinctive quality
"Underneath it all was the tang of genuine adventure" (Jan Clausen).
Spicy
Producing or abounding in spices.
Tangy
A sharp point, tongue, or prong.
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Spicy
High-spirited; lively.
Tangy
A projection by which a tool, such as a chisel or knife, is attached to its handle or stock. Also called shank.
Spicy
Slightly scandalous; risqué
A spicy Hollywood romance.
Tangy
See surgeonfish.
Spicy
Of, pertaining to, or containing spice.
He prepared a spicy casserole.
Tangy
To furnish with a tang.
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Spicy
(of flavors) Provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of chilis or similar hot spices
This curry is too spicy for me. I can't eat it.
Tangy
To give a tang to.
Spicy
(of flavors or odors) Tangy, zesty, or pungent.
She breathed in the strong, spicy aroma.
Tangy
Having a sharp, pungent flavor
Spicy
(of expression or behavior) Vigorous; colorful; stimulating.
He is known for his spicy political commentary.
Tangy
Tasting sour like a lemon
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Spicy
Risqué, sexy, racy; mildly pornographic.
I don't want my children to see the spicy images on this web site.
Spicy
Flavored with, or containing, spice or spices; fragrant; aromatic; as, spicy breezes.
Led by new stars, and borne by spicy gales.
Spicy
Producing, or abounding with, spices.
In hot Ceylon spicy forests grew.
Spicy
Fig.: Piquant; racy; as, a spicy debate.
Spicy
Having an agreeably pungent taste
Spicy
Suggestive of sexual impropriety;
A blue movie
Blue jokes
He skips asterisks and gives you the gamy details
A juicy scandal
A naughty wink
Naughty words
Racy anecdotes
A risque story
Spicy gossip
Spicy
Having a piquant burning taste of spices or peppers;
Gingery Chinese food
Hot peppers
Hot curry
Corn chips with peppery salsa
Spicy tomato sauce
