Chinese dynasty in which gunpowder was invented (4)

I believe the answer is:

tang

(Other definitions for tang that I've seen before include "Savour" , "Distinctively sharp taste" , "Strong taste or smell" , "characteristic quality" , "Strong taste; Chinese dynasty" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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