Meaning of the word dink in English
What does dink mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dink
US /dɪŋk/
UK /dɪŋk/
Noun
1.
a soft shot in tennis or badminton that just clears the net and falls quickly
Example:
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She returned the serve with a perfect dink, leaving her opponent flat-footed.
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The badminton player executed a delicate dink over the net.
2.
(informal, often offensive) a person who is part of a couple with dual income and no kids
Example:
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They're a classic DINK couple, focusing on their careers and travel.
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Some people criticize DINKs for not contributing to population growth.
Verb
to hit a soft shot in tennis or badminton that just clears the net and falls quickly
Example:
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He managed to dink the ball just over the net for a point.
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You need to learn how to dink effectively in pickleball.