Tongue
/tˈʌŋ/
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Definition
(noun) The flexible muscular organ in the mouth that is used to move food around, for tasting and that is moved into various positions to modify the flow of air from the lungs in order to produce different sounds in speech.
Sentence Examples
You've got to learn to hold your tongue.
A sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Please be careful not to burn your ____ on the hot soup that we are having for our dinner this evening today.