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snaggletooth

snaggletooth

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A scary skull mascot used by the band Iron Maiden
  • proper noun
translation icon : Snaggletooth
  • The band's iconic snaggletooth logo is instantly recognizable to heavy metal enthusiasts.

Examples

  • The iconic snaggletooth logo represents Iron Maiden's fierce image.

  • Collectors often seek rare posters featuring the original snaggletooth artwork.

  • Many fans wore shirts with the snaggletooth design to the Iron Maiden concert.

  • Have you seen the new snaggletooth merchandise?

  • Many fans wore shirts with the snaggletooth design to the Iron Maiden concert.

  • The band's iconic snaggletooth logo is instantly recognizable to heavy metal enthusiasts.

  • Collectors often seek rare posters featuring the original snaggletooth artwork.

Synonyms

death's head
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An image or object of a human skull used as a symbol of death

is a specific named snarling skull mascot linked to a heavy metal band

Surface Forms

snaggletooth main

Morphology

snaggletooth = snaggle + tooth (transparent) = snaggle + tooth

The mascot name/logo is derived from the descriptive compound 'snaggletooth', so the morphological composition is straightforward.

Etymology

Snaggletooth as the Iron Maiden mascot's name comes from snaggle + tooth, meaning a 'sticking out' or jagged tooth, because the snarling skull image has sharp, uneven teeth, and that look is why the band and fans use the name.