Etymology
The word "pang" has Proto-Indo-European roots:
Meaning
Origin
The word "pang" is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root bheŋgʷ-, which means "to pierce, prick, sting." The word was originally used to describe physical pain, but over time its meaning expanded to include emotional pain and longing.
The first recorded use of the word "pang" in English was in the 14th century, and it has been used continuously ever since. The word is related to the Latin word "pungere," meaning "to pierce," and the Greek word "pax," meaning "stake."
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