zinger.
A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown.
Meaning & usage
A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown.
The pitcher threw a real zinger and struck him out.
A surprising or unusually pointed, humorous and impressive insult or insulting quip.
An event that when experienced leaves the witness dazed, either physically or metaphorically.
I was still reeling from the zinger of seeing my ex on a date with my best friend.
An outstanding, energetic and surprising thing or person.
A piece of food or drink that is tart and stimulating.
Where this word comes from
From zing + -er.
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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.