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zinger Meaning & Definition

/ˈzɪŋə(ɹ)/

What Does Zinger Mean?

Zinger is a noun that means A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown. It is also used to mean A surprising or unusually pointed, humorous and impressive insult or insulting quip.

Zinger in Brief

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈzɪŋə(ɹ)/
Synonymsone-liner
Pluralzingers

Zinger Definition (Noun)

  1. A very rapidly moving object, especially one that is thrown.

    The pitcher threw a real zinger and struck him out.

  2. A surprising or unusually pointed, humorous and impressive insult or insulting quip.
  3. 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.

  4. An outstanding, energetic and surprising thing or person.
  5. A piece of food or drink that is tart and stimulating.

Noun

  1. Something to eat or drink that is tart and stimulating.

Synonyms of Zinger

Zinger synonyms and antonyms →

Zinger in a Sentence

The pitcher threw a real zinger and struck him out.

I was still reeling from the zinger of seeing my ex on a date with my best friend.

My little niece let fly with the zinger that my sister was pregnant again.

Word Forms & Grammar

zinger (plural zingers)

Words That Rhyme With Zinger

Origin of Zinger

From zing + -er.

Frequently Asked Questions About Zinger

What part of speech is zinger?

Zinger is a noun.

What is another word for zinger?

Words with a similar meaning to zinger include one-liner. See the full list of zinger synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of zinger?

The plural of zinger is zingers.

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