Tina

[tee-nuh]

noun

1. a female given name.

tina

/ ˈtiːnə /

noun

1. a slang word for crystal meth

Word History and Origins

Origin of Tina¹

C21: so called because it is commonly bought in ( six ) teen ( ths ) of an ounce

Example Sentences

Tribunals can be costly for businesses as well as employees, said policy director Tina McKenzie.

From BBC

The FSB's Tina McKenzie says it's "not ok" that some people miss out on their awards – but argues that she isn't surprised when "500,000 business have closed over the last four to five years".

From BBC

Mintz: I think it’s great for Tina to be pulled out of her comfort zone by her siblings, even though she’s supposed to be the leader as the oldest.

From Los Angeles Times

Tina’s anxious for some reason and keeps being like, “Well, we shouldn’t,” but she gets dragged along.

From Los Angeles Times

I think Tina’s life would be a lot more boring if she didn’t have someone make her break the rules all the time.

From Los Angeles Times