lightpang

noun
UK /ˈlaɪt.pæŋ/
US /ˈlaɪt.pæŋ/

A lightpang is a quick, tiny ache that goes away fast.

She felt a lightpang in her knee after jumping off the swing, but it stopped in a second.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A brief, gentle feeling of sadness or worry.

He felt a lightpang of worry when his friend didn't text back.

3. A small, sudden flash of light.

A lightpang of sunlight peeked through the curtains.

4. A quick, faint taste or hint of something.

The sauce had a lightpang of sweetness.