English
zing
Pronunciation Noun

zing

  1. A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.
  2. A witty insult or derogatory remark.
  3. (uncountable) Zest or vitality.
  4. (uncountable, slang) Pleasant or exciting flavour of food.
Translations Translations Verb

zing (zings, present participle zinging; past and past participle zinged)

  1. (intransitive) To move very quickly, especially while making a high-pitched hum.
Interjection
  1. (onomatopoeia) A high pitched humming sound.
  2. (US, slang) Used to acknowledge a witty comeback, a zinger.


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