Cinch

/sɪnʧ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A task or job that is easy to accomplish.

Completing the assignment was a cinch for him since he had prior experience.

An act of tying, particularly in reference to a saddle or load.

He used a cinch to secure the saddle on the horse.

verb

To tighten or make secure, especially in reference to a saddle or load.

She cinched the belt around her waist before going out.

To make something certain or to ensure success.

Winning the final match cinched their place in the tournament.

The word 'cinch' likely comes from the American Spanish word 'cincha', meaning a girth or strap.

It's a cinch

It is very easy to do.

Cinch it up

Pull it tight.

girth

A strap that secures a saddle on a horse.

strap

A strip of material used for fastening or holding something.

Something that is easily achieved.

Getting that job was a cinch for her.

To complete a task effortlessly.

He cinched that project without any trouble.