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zing.

A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.

4 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/zɪŋ/General-American, Received-Pronunciation
  1. A short high-pitched humming sound, such as that made by a bullet or vibrating string.

    countable · uncountable
  2. A witty insult or derogatory remark.

    countable · slang · uncountable
  3. Zest or vitality.

    uncountable
  4. Pleasant or exciting flavour of food.

    slang · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Of onomatopoeic origin.

verb/zɪŋ/General-American, Received-Pronunciation
  1. To move very quickly, especially while making a high-pitched hum.

    intransitive
  2. To address a witty insult or comeback to.

    slang · transitive
  3. To make a zinging noise or sound.

Where this word comes from

Of onomatopoeic origin.

intj/zɪŋ/General-American, Received-Pronunciation
  1. A high pitched humming sound.

    onomatopoeic
  2. Used to acknowledge a witty comeback, a zinger.

    US · slang
Where this word comes from

Of onomatopoeic origin.

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