Meaning & Definition of word "Dink"

Dink

/dɪŋk/

noun:

  • 1. A light or soft hit in sports or games, such as tennis or volleyball.
    • Example: She made a quick dink over the net, surprising her opponent.
  • 2. A derogatory term referring to someone who is deemed inept or foolish.
    • Example: Don't be such a dink; you need to take this seriously.

verb:

  • 1. To strike a ball gently, often leading to an unexpected play.
    • Example: He dinks the ball just over the defense for a perfect pass.

Etymology

Origin unknown, possibly from British slang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dink around:

To waste time or act aimlessly.

dink and dunk:

To make small, manageable plays, often in sports.

Related Words

dinker:

A person who dinks; someone who plays a sport using finesse.

dinking:

The action of dinking, often used in sports contexts.

Slang Meanings of dink

Meaning: A derogatory term for a person perceived as silly or foolish.

Example Sentence: Stop acting like a dink and take this seriously!

Meaning: A light hit or soft shot, often in pickleball or other racket sports.

Example Sentence: He made a dink to score the point.