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/sɪŋk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a basin used for washing dishes or in which to prepare food, typically fitted with a faucet.
Please rinse the dishes in the sink before placing them in the dishwasher.
an area of low ground that collects water.
The sink, filled with rainwater, attracted a lot of wildlife.
verb
to go down below the surface of a liquid; to submerge.
The boat began to sink after hitting the iceberg.
to fall or drop down to a lower level.
The temperature is expected to sink below freezing tonight.
to cause (something) to descend or be submerged.
They had to sink the anchor to keep the boat from drifting.
Etymology
Old English 'sincan', meaning to sink or fall.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sink or swim
To fail or succeed by one's own efforts.
sink into despair
To become deeply sad or discouraged.
sink one's teeth into
To start working on something with enthusiasm.
Related Words
sinking
The process of going down below the surface.
sinkhole
A depression or hole in the ground caused by the collapse of a surface layer.
Slang Meanings
To fall asleep deeply.
After the long day, I just sank into my bed.
To lose or fail at something.
He sank in the final exam after not studying.