Associations to the word «Tong»

Wiktionary

TONG, noun. An instrument or tool used for manipulating things in a fire without touching them with the hands.
TONG, verb. (intransitive) To use tongs.
TONG, verb. (transitive) To grab, manipulate or transport something using tongs.
TONG, noun. A Chinese secret society or gang.

Wise words

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