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dink
1[ dingk ]
/ dɪŋk /
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Origin of dink
1First recorded in 1900–05; by shortening and replacement of voiced consonant [g] with voiceless [k]
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Other definitions for dink (2 of 4)
dink2
[ dingk ]
/ dɪŋk /
noun Tennis, Volleyball.
a softly hit ball that falls just over the net; drop shot.
Origin of dink
2First recorded in 1935–40; imitative, probably influenced by dinky
Other definitions for dink (3 of 4)
dink3
[ dingk ]
/ dɪŋk /
noun Slang: Extremely Disparaging and Offensive.
a contemptuous term used to refer to a Southeast Asian, especially a Vietnamese.
Origin of dink
3usage note for dink
This term was a disparaging and offensive slur applied to a Vietcong or North Vietnamese soldier during the Vietnam War.
Other definitions for dink (4 of 4)
dink4
or DINK
[ dingk ]
/ dɪŋk /
noun Informal.
either partner of a usually high-earning couple having two incomes and no children: Dinks may be able to retire early.
Origin of dink
4First recorded in 1985–90; d(ouble) i(ncome), n(o) k(ids) or d(ual) i(ncome,) n(o) k(ids)
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British Dictionary definitions for dink (1 of 2)
dink1
/ (dɪŋk) /
adjective
Scot and Northern English dialect neat or neatly dressed
verb
Australian and NZ mainly children's slang
- (tr) to carry (a second person) on a horse, bicycle, etc
- (intr) (of two people) to travel together on a horse, bicycle, etc
Word Origin for dink
C16: of unknown origin
British Dictionary definitions for dink (2 of 2)
dink2
/ (dɪŋk) sport /
noun
a ball struck delicately
verb
to hit or kick (a ball) delicately
Word Origin for dink
C20: imitative of a delicate strike
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