Meaning of dag in English

1. Pronunciation

   /dæɡ/

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1. Noun

   dag

   Etymology

   late Middle English (denoting a hanging pointed part of something): possibly related to tag. dag (sense 1 of the noun) dates from the early 17th century; dag (sense 2 of the noun) is a transferred use of English dialect meaning ‘a challenge’

   Definitions

   1. 10 grams
2. 2. a flap along the edge of a garment

   Examples

   • « used in medieval clothing »